CLAVIN
Clavin
Clavin is a British surname with origins dating back several centuries. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Clafa" or "Cleofa," combined with the patronymic ending "-ing," indicating "son of."
The Clavin surname is relatively uncommon, with scattered occurrences across various regions of the United Kingdom. Individuals bearing this surname have been noted in historical records, particularly in census data, indicating a modest presence in British society.
While not as prominent as some other British surnames, Clavin may still hold significance to those who bear it, as it reflects a familial or ancestral connection to a distinct lineage. As with many surnames, the history and heritage of the Clavin name continue to be of interest to genealogists and historians studying British family history.
There are approximately 272 people named Clavin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Clavin.
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
- Barry
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Alexandra
- Bernadette
- Carol
- Fiona
- Jane
- Janet
- Joyce
- Lorraine
- Margaret
- Marie
- Mary
- Olive
- Paula
- Sarah
- Susan