Clementine
Pronounced KLEM-en-teen
- Meaning
- "Merciful; Gentle"
- Origin
- Latin
Clementine derives from 'clemens,' meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle.' Clement of Rome was an early Church Father. Jesus pronounced blessing on the merciful, promising they would receive mercy. The name embodies the gentle compassion that flows from experiencing God's own mercy.
Spiritual meaning
Clementine embodies gentle mercy — the compassionate heart that extends grace because it has received grace.
Related verses (KJV)
"Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy."
Matthew 5:7 (KJV) →