Merciful, mild, or gentle
Derived from the Latin name Clemens, it signifies a person who is compassionate and forgiving. While it was a common name among early saints and popes, it has become a rare, sophisticated choice in the modern era. It shares the same root as the more common English name Clement.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Clemens in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Austrian diplomat and statesman
German poet and novelist
German chemist who discovered germanium
Austrian conductor and opera director
