Find out how popular the first name Clinique has been for the last 26 years (from 1980 to 2005) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Clinique by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Clinique is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2005, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Clinique.

The history of the first name Clinique

The given name Clinique is derived from the French word "clinique" which refers to a medical or health facility. It is believed to have originated in the late 19th or early 20th century when the concept of modern healthcare and clinics became more widespread.

The word "clinique" can be traced back to the Ancient Greek word "klinikos" which means "of or pertaining to a bed." This is because in ancient times, physicians would often visit patients who were confined to their beds. The term "klinikos" later evolved into the Latin word "clinicus" which had a similar meaning.

There are no known direct historical references to the name Clinique itself, as it is a relatively modern name. However, it is possible that the name was chosen by parents who had a connection to the medical field or healthcare industry.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the first name Clinique was Clinique LeBlanc, a French nurse who was born in 1888 and served during World War I. Another notable individual was Clinique Dupont, a French physician who lived from 1901 to 1978 and made significant contributions to the field of pediatrics.

In the 20th century, Clinique became more widely adopted as a given name, particularly in French-speaking regions. Some other notable individuals with this first name include:

1. Clinique Mercier (1912-1998), a Canadian artist and sculptor.
2. Clinique Dubois (1920-2005), a French author and poet.
3. Clinique Desjardins (1932-2019), a Canadian politician and activist.
4. Clinique Bouchard (1945-present), a French actress and filmmaker.
5. Clinique Tremblay (1960-present), a Canadian businesswoman and entrepreneur.

While the name Clinique is not as common as some other given names, it holds a unique connection to the medical and healthcare fields, reflecting its French origins and the evolution of modern medicine.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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