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First Name
305k
in the U.S.
since 1880
305k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
460
in the U.S.
in 2010
460
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Clarence mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Clarence
User Submitted Origins
English
67%
African American
13%
Jamaican
7%
Scandinavian
7%
African
7%
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from the United Kingdom, the name Clarence is of Jamaican origin and means "Bright".
- According to a user from Florida, U.S., the name Clarence is of Scandinavian origin and means "Clarence meaning 'Bright one, Illuminated one, Shining one.' The name Clarence attracts humility, comradeship, and shrewdness. The name Clarence comes from English, Latin, Sweden, and Scandinavian. One of Clarence nicknames is Lars. Lars is meaning 'crowned with laurel'. The name Lars attracts quickness, compassion, and humor. Other origins: German and Norwegian".
- According to a user from Singapore, the name Clarence means "Clear".
- A submission from Oklahoma, U.S. says the name Clarence means "Second in Line Peer to Monarch" and is of English origin.
International Interest
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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun Clar"ence
A close four-wheeled carriage, with one seat inside, and a seat for the driver.
Other Dictionary Sources
- A closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers
Wiktionary
Originally a ducal title of the English and British royal family, believed to originate from the town of Clare, Suffolk, although it has also been associated with Clarentza in the Principality of Achaea.
- A ducal title which has been traditionally awarded to junior members of the English and British royal families
- An English surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A placename given to towns in countries settled by the British.
- A name given to several rivers, including one in France and others in countries settled by the British.
Clarence was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano
Notable Persons Named Clarence
Notable Persons Named Clarence
Clarence Thomas
Clarence Thomas is a Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, Chairman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, Judge of theUnited States Court of Appeals for the Dist. Clarence was born on June 23rd, 1948 in Pin Point, Georgia.
Clancy Brown
Clancy Brown is an actor and voice artist. He has been prominent since 1983. Clancy was given the name Clarence J. Brown III by his parent Bud Brown (politician) on January 5th, 1959 in Urbana, Ohio, U.S.
Lee Van Cleef
Lee Van Cleef was an actor. He was most active from 1952 to 1989. Lee was given the name Clarence LeRoy Van Cleef, Jr. on January 9th, 1925 in Somerville, New Jersey, United States. He left this life on December 16th, 1989.
Clarence Seedorf
Clarence Seedorf is a soccer player for the AFC Ajax, U.C. Sampdoria, Real Madrid C.F., Inter Milan, A.C. Milan, Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, and Netherlands national football team. Clarence was born on April 1st, 1976 in Paramaribo, Suriname.
Clarence Darrow
Clarence Darrow was a lawyer. Clarence was born on April 18th, 1857 in Kinsman, Ohio. He passed away on March 13th, 1938.
Clarence Clemons
Clarence Clemons was a musician, actor, and athlete. His career lasted from 1961 to 2011. Clarence was given the name Clarence Anicholas Clemons, Jr. on January 11th, 1942 in Norfolk County, Virginia , United States. He passed away on June 18th, 2011.
- Clarence Leonard "Kelly" Johnson
- Buster CrabbeActor
- Clarence Williams IIIActor
- Leo FenderInventor
- Hank SnowMusician
- Citizen CopeMusician
- Clarence NashVoice Actor
- Clarence Earl GideonCriminal
- Clarence Elkins
- Clarence 13X
- BlowflySinging
- Clarence Ray AllenCriminal
- Clarence M. KelleyOffice Holder
- Clarence AnglinCriminal
Notable Persons With the Last Name Clarence
Notable Persons With the Last Name Clarence
Philippa of Clarence
Philippa of Clarence was royalty. She holds the title Countess of Ulster and Countess of March. Philippa was born as the child of Lionel of Antwerp, 1st Duke of Clarence, Elizabeth de Burgh, and 4th Countess of Ulster on August 16th, 1355 in Eltham Palace, Kent. She left this life on January 5th, 1382.
Robert Henry Clarence
Robert Henry Clarence is a monarch. He holds the title Hereditary Chief of the Miskito Nation and Hereditary Chief of theMiskito Nation. He was most prominent from 1890 to 1894.
Silvana Suárez
Silvana Suárez is a beauty queen. She holds the title Miss World 1978 and Miss World1978. Silvana was given the name Silvana Rosa Suárez Clarence on September 29th, 1958 in Córdoba, Argentina.
O. B. Clarence
O. B. Clarence was an actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 1890 to 1890. O. was given the name Oliver Burchett Clarence on March 25th, 1870 in Hampstead. He passed away on October 2nd, 1955.
William Henry Clarence
William Henry Clarence is a monarch. He holds the title Hereditary Chief of the Miskito and Hereditary Chief of theMiskito. His most notable accomplishments were from 1865 to 1879.
Juma Clarence
Juma Clarence is a soccer player for the Morvant Caledonia United, United Petrotrin F.C., Hacettepe S.K., Trinidad, and Tobago national football team. Juma was born on March 17th, 1989.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Clarence | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 42.83% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 34.78% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 15.65% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.00% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 0.00% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 3.26% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Clarence
People with the last name Clarence are most frequently White, African American, or Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander
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Fun Facts about the name Clarence
| #110 | Most Popular Boy Names |
| #7 | Old-Fashioned Boy Names |