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Sherwin vs Clem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sherwin or Clem more popular?

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

What do Sherwin and Clem mean?

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

Are Sherwin and Clem boy or girl names?

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

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