Gender Feminine
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. KLEHM-əns  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Feminine form of Clementius (see Clement). It has been in use since the Middle Ages, though it became rare after the 17th century.

Related Names

VariantClemency
Other Languages & CulturesKlementina, Tina(Croatian) Clémence, Clémentine(French) Clementina(Italian) Clementia, Clementina(Late Roman) Klimentina, Tina(Macedonian) Klementyna(Polish) Clementina(Portuguese) Clementia(Roman Mythology) Klementina, Tina, Tinkara(Slovene) Clemencia, Clementina(Spanish)
Same SpellingClémence

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Entry updated April 16, 2019