"Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy."
Christian Name · Latin/English Origin
Clemency Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Clemency
girl
Clemency means "Mercy; Mildness; Compassion", a girl's name of Latin/English origin. The name Clemency does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Clemency loves mercy — blessed in giving, obtaining in return, the compassionate soul who walks humbly with the God who requires kindness.
Is Clemency in the Bible?
No — the name Clemency does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Mercy; Mildness; Compassion", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Clemency.
Pronunciation:/KLEM-en-see/
OriginLatin/English
MeaningMercy; Mildness; Compassion
What does Clemency mean?
Clemency is a girl name of Latin/English origin meaning "Mercy; Mildness; Compassion". Clemency is mercy shown — and blessed are the merciful. 'Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.' Clemency gives what she has received from the God of all compassion.
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What does Clemency mean in the Bible?
Clemency means "Mercy; Mildness; Compassion" and is a name of Latin/English origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Clemency is mercy shown — and blessed are the merciful. 'Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.' Clemency gives what she has received from the God of all compassion.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Clemency?
Clemency is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Mercy; Mildness; Compassion" — not because Scripture names anyone Clemency.
"He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?"
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What are the variants and nicknames of Clemency?
Clemency has 2 recorded variants, short forms, and translations across languages and biblical traditions.
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Which books of the Bible mention Clemency?
Clemency is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Clemency?
Clemency loves mercy — blessed in giving, obtaining in return, the compassionate soul who walks humbly with the God who requires kindness.
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Clemency name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Clemency
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Clemency?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Clemency?
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