Clymer

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1669US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Clymer mean and where does it come from?

Clymer is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Clymer carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1669 in 2015 — currently #1669 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Clymer?

Clymer works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clymer Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Clymer Rose
Floral · soft ending
Clymer Mae
Sweet · timeless
Clymer Claire
French influence · crisp
Clymer Jane
Literary · strong
Clymer Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Clymer right now?

Holding steady — currently #1669 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1669 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#166910stable
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💎Clymer is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Clymer?

Common
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Famous people named Clymer

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Clymer (Byzantine leader)
Clymer used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Clymer (Greek poet or artist)
Clymer helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Clymer (modern Greek athlete)
Clymer brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Clymer (ancient philosopher)
Clymer bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Common questions about the name Clymer

What does the name Clymer mean?
Clymer means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Clymer?
Clymer is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Clymer?
Clymer originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Clymer a common or rare name?
Clymer is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Clymer more of a girl or boy name?
Clymer is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.