CLELLAND
Clelland
Clelland is a surname of Scottish origin that is derived from the Old English name "Clennan" or "Clenden", meaning "to cleft". The name is widely found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with variations in spelling such as Cleland and Clellan.
The earliest recorded instance of the Clelland surname dates back to the 13th century in Lanarkshire, Scotland. The Clelland family has a strong historical presence in Scotland, particularly in the Lanarkshire region where they were associated with the Clan MacGregor.
Over the centuries, bearers of the Clelland surname have been involved in various professions and endeavours, including agriculture, military service, academia, and politics. Notable individuals with the surname Clelland have made contributions to their respective fields, further enhancing the reputation of the name.
Today, the Clelland surname continues to be relatively common in Scotland and has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the wider world through migration and emigration. The name retains its Scottish heritage and is a symbol of the rich history and diverse culture of the British Isles.
There are approximately 2,118 people named Clelland in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,005th most common surname in Britain. Around 33 in a million people in Britain are named Clelland.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Neil
- Paul
- Robert
- Steven
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jean
- Joyce
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan