Merciful, mild, or gentle
Derived from the Latin name Clemens, it signifies a person who is compassionate and forgiving. While common in Spanish and Italian cultures, it remains a rare and distinguished choice in the United States.
Less common today
Clemente isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,616 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Hall of Fame baseball player and humanitarian
Argentine professional footballer
Italian world champion boxer
