Clem vs Oliver

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

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Popularity Comparison

Clem Rank #9,809
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #9809 for Clem.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clem ___

  • Clem James
  • Clem Arthur
  • Clem Henry
  • Clem George
  • Clem Edward
  • Clem Owen

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Clem

Archie Ned Len Bess Kit

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Clem and Oliver mean?

Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Clem and Oliver boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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