Clarence

At a Glance: Name: Clarence – Meaning: From the dukedom of Clarence, named for the River Clare in Suffolk – Origin: English, from the Latin-derived place name Clare – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: KLAIR-uns

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Clarence comes from the dukedom of Clarence, which was named for the River Clare in Suffolk. It's an English name rooted in the Latin-derived place name Clare, and it's pronounced KLAIR-uns. If you're drawn to names that carry a sense of place, this one has a real geographic starting point.

Meaning & Origin of Clarence

Meaning: From the dukedom of Clarence, named for the River Clare in Suffolk.

Origin: English, from the Latin-derived place name Clare.

How to Pronounce Clarence

Phonetic: KLAIR-uns   IPA: /ˈklærəns/

Popularity of Clarence

Clarence ranked #17 in 1885, when 906 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1558, with 111 babies, so you'll meet far fewer Clarences today than in the 1880s.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Clarence mean?

From the dukedom of Clarence, named for the River Clare in Suffolk.

How do you pronounce Clarence?

Clarence is pronounced KLAIR-uns (IPA: /ˈklærəns/).

Is Clarence a popular name right now?

Clarence peaked at #17 in 1885 and is ranked #1558 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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