Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 06, 2024

Clementina

US Popularity Rank: 18915

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Merciful

Clementina is a girl’s name of Latin origin. A variant of Clementine, it derives from the Latin word clemens, meaning “merciful.” A lovely choice if you’re hoping to instill the values of mercy and gentleness in your little one! Another variant of this name is Clemence or Clémence, with masculine variants including Clement and Clément. A popular name in the 1800s, Clementine is experiencing a renaissance thanks to Claudia Schiffer, Ethan Hawke, and Rachel Griffiths all choosing it for their daughters. Clementina is a less common option that allows you to join the trend while still standing out from the crowd.