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Thorne vs Clem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thorne or Clem more popular?

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

What do Thorne and Clem mean?

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

Are Thorne and Clem boy or girl names?

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

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