Clementine

At a Glance

Meaning

Merciful, mild

Origin

French (from Latin Clemens)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

KLEM-en-teenListen

Clementine (pronounced KLEM-en-teen) is a French name rooted in the Latin Clemens, meaning merciful, mild. It's easy to assume it's named after the citrus fruit or the old folk song, but that's just a cultural association — the fruit was actually named after a missionary, not the other way around. With a worldly, romantic, storybook, timeless, classic style, it sits in the classic era for parents drawn to that mix.

Meaning & Origin of Clementine

Meaning: Merciful, mild.

Origin: French (from Latin Clemens).

A common claim: Many people assume Clementine is simply named after the citrus fruit or the folk song 'Oh My Darling, Clementine.' Actually: That's a cultural association, not the etymology — the name actually derives from Latin Clemens ('merciful, mild'); the fruit itself was named after missionary Clément Rodier, not the other way around.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Clementine

Popularity of Clementine

Clementine hit its peak popularity in 1882 at #363, when only 24 babies were given the name; by 2024 it ranked #477, given to 645 babies.

Names Like Clementine

These names share Clementine’s style, era or origin.

• Marceline
• Colette
• Elise
• Elle
• Elodie
• Esme

FAQ

What does the name Clementine mean?

Merciful, mild. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Clementine?

Clementine is pronounced KLEM-en-teen (IPA: /ˈklɛmənˌtiːn/).

Is Clementine a popular name right now?

Clementine peaked at #363 in 1882 and is ranked #477 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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