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Clem vs Thorne

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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Thorne

Boy #9,974 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thorn, prickly plant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,974
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clem Rank #9,809
Thorne Rank #9,974

Clem is more popular, ranked #9809 vs #9974 for Thorne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Thorne more popular?

Clem is more popular, ranked #9809 compared to Thorne at #9974 in the United States.

What do Clem and Thorne mean?

Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin). Thorne means "thorn, prickly plant" (Old English origin).

Are Clem and Thorne boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Thorne is primarily a boy name.

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