Clarson

Clarson is a British surname of English origin. The name Clarson is a patronymic surname derived from the first name "Clare," which itself comes from the Latin word "clarus" meaning "bright" or "famous."

The surname Clarson is relatively rare and is more prevalent in certain regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in England. Individuals with the surname Clarson may have roots in various English counties, with historical records of Clarsons found in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex among others.

The Clarson family name suggests a lineage of individuals with a connection to the name Clare, indicating a possible familial link to someone named Clare in their ancestry. Variants of the surname Clarson may include Clarke, Clarkson, or Clercson.

Over the years, the surname Clarson may have undergone variations in spelling due to regional accents or dialects. The name could have evolved from its original form to its current variation, reflecting the changes in the English language and naming conventions.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Clarson can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to historical migration patterns. The name may carry different personal and familial histories for each individual Clarson, serving as a unique identifier of their genealogical origins.

There are approximately 195 people named Clarson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Clarson.

Surname type: From name of parent

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Graham
  • John
  • Lee
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Sean

Female

  • Amanda
  • Angela
  • Charlotte
  • Elizabeth
  • Esther
  • Irene
  • Janine
  • Judith
  • Laura
  • Mary
  • Natalie
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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