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Clément Name Meaning - Merciful (French)

Meaning
Merciful, gentle
Origin
French
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
CLE-ME-NT

Clément means "Merciful, gentle" (French). Recorded in French sources, Clément glosses as "Merciful." French form of Clement meaning merciful.

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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown

Recorded in French sources, Clément glosses as "Merciful." French form of Clement meaning merciful.

Origin and Historical Usage

In French communities, Clément is used as a boy given name. Documented bearers appear in civil and church records, though frequency differs by country.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic
CLE-ME-NT
Syllables
2

Geographic and Cultural Usage

The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. French origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.

Popularity

Treat Clément as a distinctive pick: strong meaning, lower everyday frequency.

Notable People Named Clément

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    Clement Attlee (UK PM)

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

  • Clement — alternate form of Clément

Frequently Asked Questions about Clément

What does Clément mean?
Clément means "Merciful, gentle" in French tradition. Recorded in French sources, Clément glosses as "Merciful." French form of Clement meaning merciful.
How do you pronounce Clément?
Clément is pronounced CLE-ME-NT (2 syllables).
What language is Clément from?
Clément comes from French. In French communities, Clément is used as a boy given name.
Is Clément a boy or girl name?
Clément is primarily used as a boy's name.
What does Clément mean in English?
English references usually translate Clément as "Merciful, gentle." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from French.
Is Clément a rare name?
Treat Clément as a distinctive pick: strong meaning, lower everyday frequency.
What is the origin of the name Clément?
In French communities, Clément is used as a boy given name. Documented bearers appear in civil and church records, though frequency differs by country.
What are variants of Clément?
Documented forms include: Clement.
Who are famous people named Clément?
Notable bearers include Clement Attlee (UK PM).

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