Clemmie is a unique and charming female given name, derived from the Latin 'Clémens', meaning 'merciful' or 'mild'. It was popularized during the Victorian era in England and has since been beloved for its timeless elegance and simplicity. The name Clemmie carries a soft, melodic sound, making it both easy to pronounce and pleasant to hear. With its short, two-syllable structure, Clemmie offers a refreshing alternative to more lengthy or complex names, yet remains distinctive and memorable.
The popularity of the name Clemmie seems to have followed a cyclical pattern over time. There were several periods where the name was quite popular, with years such as 1915 (13 births), 1917 (19 births), and 1922 (22 births) showing higher numbers of babies named Clemmie. However, there are also long stretches where the name was scarcely used, like between 1894 and 1912 with fewer than 10 births each year, and from 1953 to 1967 with no more than 13 births in any given year. The total number of births registered as Clemmie over this period is 972.