Clem vs Speed

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clem Rank #9,809
Speed Rank #9,664

Speed is more popular, ranked #9664 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

Speed ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Speed more popular?

Speed is more popular, ranked #9664 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Clem and Speed mean?

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

Are Clem and Speed boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Speed is primarily a boy name.

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