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Name Origin

Klemens is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman name Clemens meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It was borne by Saint Clement of Rome, an early Christian martyr and writer.

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Famous People

Klemens von Metternich (1773-1859)

Diplomat and statesman

  • Key figure in the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815)
  • Architect of the Concert of Europe
  • Influential Austrian foreign minister for decades

Klemens Wenzel Nepomuk Lothar, Prince von Metternich-Winneburg (1773-1859)

Diplomat and statesman

  • Key figure in the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815)
  • Architect of the Concert of Europe
  • Influential Austrian foreign minister for decades