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Name Origin

Clemente is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Roman family name Clemens, meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle.'

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Famous People

Roberto Clemente (1934-1972)

Professional baseball player

  • Hall of Fame inductee
  • 15-time All-Star
  • 4-time National League batting champion
  • 12 Gold Glove awards
  • World Series Champion (1971)
  • Known for his humanitarian work and tragic death in a plane crash while delivering aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua.