CLITHERO
Clithero
Clithero is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the North West of England. The name is locational, derived from the town of Clitheroe in Lancashire. Clitheroe is a market town situated in the picturesque Ribble Valley.
The surname Clithero is believed to have originated from individuals who hailed from or resided in Clitheroe or its surrounding areas. The town's name itself is thought to have Celtic origins, with 'Cliderhou' being an early variation.
Individuals bearing the surname Clithero can be traced back through historical records to the early centuries. The name has been passed down through generations, with branches of the Clithero family extending to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Today, the surname Clithero is relatively rare, but individuals with this name continue to uphold its heritage and ancestral connections. The Clithero surname serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity of the British Isles.
There are approximately 110 people named Clithero in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Clithero.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aaron
- Alan
- Anthony
- Damian
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Roy
- Terence
- Thomas
Female
- Caroline
- Emma
- Helen
- Joan
- Karen
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sonya
- Susan
- Tina