Clym

Clym is a masculine given name of English origin. It is uncommon in modern times and is chiefly encountered as a historical or literary name. The name is best known for its use as the given name of Clym Yeobright, a central character in Thomas Hardy's The Return of the Native (1878).

The etymology of Clym is not well documented. It is often considered a variant or shortened form of Clement, or an archaic spelling that appeared in medieval English sources. In contemporary usage, Clym remains rare and is primarily found in literary contexts or genealogical records rather than as a common given name.