Clementine is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #542 in 2023 with 556 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 676 births ranking #456. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 5,460.0%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 2,882 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.