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Clem vs Lynn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clem

Boy #9,809 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mild, merciful"

Origin: Latin clemens

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,809
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lynn

Boy #5,977 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lake, pool, waterfall"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,977
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clem Rank #9,809
Lynn Rank #5,977

Lynn is more popular, ranked #5977 vs #9809 for Clem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Lynn more popular?

Lynn is more popular, ranked #5977 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Clem and Lynn mean?

Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin). Lynn means "lake, pool, waterfall" (Welsh origin).

Are Clem and Lynn boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Lynn is primarily a boy name.

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