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Jan vs Clement

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jan

Boy #2,213 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (via Latin Johannes)

Cultural Roots

Dutch Polish Czech Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,213
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jan Rank #2,213
Clement Rank #2,262

Jan is more popular, ranked #2213 vs #2262 for Clement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jan or Clement more popular?

Jan is more popular, ranked #2213 compared to Clement at #2262 in the United States.

What do Jan and Clement mean?

Jan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (via Latin Johannes) origin). Clement means "mild, merciful" (Latin origin).

Are Jan and Clement boy or girl names?

Jan is primarily a boy name. Clement is primarily a boy name.

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