Clem vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Clem

Archie Ned Len Bess Kit

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clem or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Clem and Theodore mean?

Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clem and Theodore boy or girl names?

Clem is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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