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Clem vs Sherwin

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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Sherwin

Boy #10,202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Bright friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,202
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clem Rank #9,809
Sherwin Rank #10,202

Clem is more popular, ranked #9809 vs #10202 for Sherwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Sherwin more popular?

Clem is more popular, ranked #9809 compared to Sherwin at #10202 in the United States.

What do Clem and Sherwin mean?

Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin). Sherwin means "Bright friend" (Old English origin).

Are Clem and Sherwin boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Sherwin is primarily a boy name.

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