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The surname Clerk, also spelled as Clark, is of Old English origin and is derived from the word 'clerc' which means a literate person or scholar. The surname Clerk is considered to be one of the oldest British surnames, with records dating back to the early medieval period.

Historically, individuals with the surname Clerk were typically educated individuals who worked as scribes, secretaries, or clergy members. Due to their literacy and knowledge, Clerks played an important role in medieval society, serving as record-keepers and advisors to nobility and clergy.

Over time, the surname Clerk has evolved in various spellings such as Clark or Clarke. Today, individuals with the surname Clerk can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British influence has been prominent.

Notable individuals with the surname Clerk include John Clerk, a Scottish politician and author, and Arthur C. Clarke, a renowned British science fiction writer. The surname Clerk continues to be common in the UK and carries with it a sense of heritage and scholarly tradition.

There are approximately 160 people named Clerk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Clerk.

Surname type: Occupational name

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

  • David
  • Douglas
  • George
  • Jeffrey
  • John
  • Martin
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert

Female

  • Agatha
  • Caroline
  • Charlotte
  • Edith
  • Elizabeth
  • Faye
  • Fiona
  • Gillian
  • Honor
  • Janice
  • Julia
  • Nicola
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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