Behind the Name
the etymology and history of first names
Login   Register
Search

View Name: Clarence


CLARENCE
GENDER: Masculine
USAGE: English
PRONOUNCED: KLER-ənts, KLAR-ənts   [key]
Meaning & History
From the Latin title Clarensis which belonged to members of the British royal family. The title ultimately derives from the name of the town of Clare in Suffolk. As a given name it has been in use since the 19th century.
Popularity
United States  ranked #983 
France  - 



Home About | Copyright © | Terms | Contact