The Clément Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Clément, its origins in France, and the story behind a Clément family crest.
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Origin of the Clément name
Clément comes from the given name Clément, from Latin Clemens, "mild, merciful". Several early popes and saints bore the name, ensuring its popularity across medieval Europe. The surname is common throughout France, especially in the centre and south, and in French Canada.
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This overview covers the Clément name in France. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Canada, Belgium and Switzerland; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Clément name FAQ
What does the Clément name mean?
Mild, merciful. Common variants include Clemens, Clementz, Clémenceau.
Where does the Clément surname come from?
It originates in France, and is also found in Canada, Belgium and Switzerland.
Is there a Clément coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Clément crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Clément coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Albert Dauzat & Marie-Thérèse Morlet, Dictionnaire étymologique des noms de famille et prénoms de France; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).