MallowbyNames

Clements

KLEM-ents · merciful, gentle

Peak popularity
1910
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Clements since 1910

Babies named Clements per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61319192019602000Most births 1915Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s104
1920s116
1930s38
1940s23
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Clements is a rare given name that has never appeared in the Social Security Administration's top 1000 rankings since records began in 1910. Its latest recorded use is in 2025, but it remains extremely uncommon with no measurable rank or frequency. The name peaked in 1910, which was also its first recorded year, and since then its trajectory has been stable at negligible numbers. While it has no top states of usage, it carries a surname feel and a connection to the well-known name Clement, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a name with historical depth.

Clements is an English surname derived from the given name Clement, which comes from Latin 'clemens' meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'. As a first name, it was occasionally used in the 19th and early 20th centuries, often as a family surname passed down or in tribute to notable figures. Its use as a given name has been rare since the mid-20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Clem, Clemmy, Tess

Variants: Clement, Clemens

Sibling names for Clements

Names that share Clements's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Clements mean?
Clements derives from the Latin word 'clemens' meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'.
Is Clements a popular name today?
No, Clements has not ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names since at least 1910, and its latest recorded use in the Social Security data is 2025 with no given rank.
Is Clements a boy's name or a girl's name?
Clements is historically used more often for boys, though it is rare for any gender.