Clementine
c-lementi-ne,
cl(e)-men-tine
US Popularity:1100
Origin:French
Meaning:Merciful; Gentle, mild; Small citrus fruit
Clementine is a girl's name of French origin, traditionally spelled Clémentine. Conjuring images of sweet delights, like the small citrus fruit of the same name, this appealing name holds just as much pleasantness in meaning. The feminine counterpart to Clément, Clementine too stands for "merciful" as well as "gentle" or "mild." A model of pure fancy, it is no surprise this title has both a song and a film in its honor, each proclaiming it as darling. No doubt baby will inspire many more.
Clementine Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Clementine is currently #869 on The Bump
Girl:Clementine is currently #391 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Clementine is currently #1100 in U.S. births
Girl:Clementine is currently #408 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1100
in 2022
- 23
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Clémentine, November 2019
Behind the Name, Clement, June 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, clementine, December 2017
Online Etymology Dictionary, clement, December 2017
WordSense, Meaning of Clement
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