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Glenn vs Clem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Glenn Rank #1,366
Clem Rank #9,809

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #9809 for Clem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Clem more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Clem mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin).

Are Glenn and Clem boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Clem is primarily a boy name.

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