CLEATOR
Cleator
Cleator is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the place name Cleator in Cumberland, North West England. The name itself means "rocky ground" or "hilly district", reflecting the topography of the region. The surname first appeared in written records in the mid-19th century in England.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals bearing the surname Cleator include:
- John Cleator: A prominent landowner in Cumberland during the 19th century, known for his contributions to local agriculture and community development.
- Mary Cleator: A suffragette from the early 20th century known for her activism in the fight for women's voting rights.
Distribution
The Cleator surname remains relatively rare, with most individuals of this name found in the historical county of Cumberland and its surrounding areas in the North of England. Many members of the Cleator family have branched out to other parts of the UK and around the world, contributing to the diaspora of the British surname.
Cultural References
The Cleator surname, while not widely recognized, is a symbol of the heritage and history of the Cumberland region in England. It represents a connection to the land, traditions, and values of the local community that have been passed down through generations.
There are approximately 215 people named Cleator in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Cleator.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- Edward
- Geoffrey
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Adrienne
- Catherine
- Emma
- Kathleen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan