Kelemon as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Kelemon

What is the meaning of the name Kelemon ?

The baby name Kelemon is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced keh-LEH-muhn; IPA: /kɛˈlɛmən/.

Kelemon is in Origin.

Kelemon is a rare masculine name likely connected to the Clement/Clemens lineage, from Latin clemens “merciful, gentle.” It sits phonologically between Hungarian Kelemen and Polynesian/Tongan Kelemoni, preserving the hard k used in Central/Eastern Europe while adopting a smooth -on ending. In this light, Kelemon functions as a cross-cultural variant rather than a distinct etymon.

Usage appears modern and sporadic, often as an alternative spelling in diasporic or creative naming contexts, with resonance drawn from the many Saint Clements that spread the root across Christendom. Related forms include Kelemen, Kelemoni, Clement, Clemens, Clemente, Clément, and Klemen; diminutives and short forms include Clem, Clemmie, and Lemo. Feminine counterparts are Clementine and Clémence, which share the same “merciful, gentle” meaning.

⚙ Kelemon does not appear in any of the birth registries or name datasets we track. This usually means it's either extremely rare, a regional/traditional name not captured by official statistics, or a brand-new coinage. Use it knowing your child will almost certainly be the only one in the room.