Holding steady.
Popularity of Clemma since 1887
Babies named Clemma per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Clemma's real moment was 1887.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 14 |
| 1890s | 15 |
| 1900s | 15 |
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 45 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Clemma is a rare vintage name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1887, its peak year. Since then, it has maintained a stable but vanishingly low presence, never ranking among common names. The name's lack of a clear etymology adds to its obscurity, though it is likely a diminutive of Clement or variant of Clemence. With fewer than a handful of bearers in most decades, Clemma remains a true rarity, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a gentle, old-fashioned sound.
Clemma is likely a diminutive or feminine form of Clement, derived from the Latin 'clemens' meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It may also be a variant of Clemence, the English form of Clementia. The name appears in the late 19th century in the United States, but its exact derivation remains unclear. It was recorded earliest in 1887 and has seen limited use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Clem
Sibling names for Clemma
Names that share Clemma's style, for a brother or sister.
