Clementine is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #458 in 2010 with 90 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 290 births ranking #175. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 164.7%. In 2010, approximately 1 in every 3,567 girls born was named Clementine. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Clementine is a richly charming vintage name meaning merciful or gentle. It feels literary, fruity, and unexpectedly stylish.
The name has saintly and historical roots but also benefits from later associations with the fruit and the folk song. That layered identity gives it real personality in modern use.