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Klementine

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Pronounced KLEM-un-teen /ˈklɛm.ən.tiːn/Medium

Meaning: Klementine is the German and Central European spelling of Clementine, the feminine of Clement — from Latin clemens, 'merciful; mild; gentle'. The name has been used in German, Polish and Czech families as well as in English-speaking ones.Medium

In 30 seconds: A gentle classic: Klementine spells Clementine, from Latin clemens — 'merciful; mild' (said 'KLEM-un-teen').
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Origin MediumLatin, German
MeaningKlementine is the German and Central European spelling of Clementine, the feminine of Clement — from Latin clemens, 'merciful; mild; gentle'. The name has been used in German, Polish and Czech families as well as in English-speaking ones.
U.S. rank (2024)#14377 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 30

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220172024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Klementine is the German spelling of Clementine, the feminine of Clement, from Latin clemens, 'merciful; mild; gentle'. Several popes took the name Clement, and its feminine spread across Europe. In German, Polish and Czech families the K- spelling is standard. English speakers know the name best from the old song 'Oh My Darling, Clementine' and from the citrus fruit named after a French missionary. The name is vintage, warm and having a revival (said 'KLEM-un-teen').

It is rare for girls in the U.S. in this spelling, while Clementine is better known. Rare spelling, gentle meaning.

Did you know? Clementine comes from Latin clemens, 'merciful' — the same word behind the word clemency. Klementine is the German and Central European spelling, and it wears its meaning openly (said 'KLEM-un-teen').
Overall data confidence 58%
References — Klementine — German spelling of Clementine; Latin clemens 'merciful'

Variations

ClementineKlementynaClementina

Nicknames

KlemTinaMinty

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Klementine mean?

Klementine means 'merciful; mild; gentle', from Latin clemens. It is the German spelling of Clementine.

How do you pronounce Klementine?

It's said KLEM-un-teen /ˈklɛm.ən.tiːn/ — three syllables, stress on the first. In German it ends closer to 'tee-nuh'.

Is Klementine a boy or girl name?

Klementine is a girl's name; the masculine form is Clement or Klemens.

How popular is Klementine?

Klementine is a rare spelling for girls in the U.S., while Clementine is better known.

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