CLAPSON
Clapson
Clapson is a British surname of occupational origin, derived from the Old English word "claep" meaning a plank or board. The name is believed to have originated in the medieval period, denoting someone who worked in the carpentry or woodworking trade, particularly in the construction of boards or planks.
Etymology and Variants
The surname Clapson has several variants, including Clapsone, Clapeston, and Clappson. These variations are a result of different spellings and pronunciations over time and in various regions.
Distribution and Popularity
The Clapson surname is relatively uncommon, with most individuals bearing the name concentrated in certain regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The name has also been carried to other parts of the world by British settlers and emigrants.
Notable Individuals
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References
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There are approximately 590 people named Clapson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Clapson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- John
- Julian
- Mark
- Matt
- Michael
- Neil
- Richard
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Dorothy
- Helen
- Janet
- Julie
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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