Cliometrics is the systematic and mathematical analysis of economic history. Its name probably has its roots in
Clio, the Greek Muse of History, and the
Greek metron, meaning measure. Cliometrics was born had a brief flash of popularity late in the
20th Century, but has suffered
disdain from pure historians since its
inception.
There exists The Cliometric Society, founded in 1983, which is committed to "...using economic theory and statistical techniques to study economic history. The Society seeks to advance and improve scholarship by emphasizing methodology, practicing, and promoting educational opportunities for young scholars."
From: http://www.eh.net/Clio/index-ClioResearch.html