Clougher

Clougher is a surname of English origin, deriving from the old English word 'clōh', meaning a ravine or narrow valley. The surname is primarily found in the northern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire.

The earliest recorded instances of the Clougher surname date back to the medieval period. It is thought to have originated as a locational name, used to identify individuals who hailed from a place known as 'Clough' or resided near a narrow valley.

Over the centuries, the Clougher surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families who have migrated and settled in different regions. Variants of the surname, such as Clough and Clougherty, can also be found, reflecting the evolution of the name over time.

Individuals bearing the surname Clougher have been noted in various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to the ancestral roots of those who bear it.

Researching one's genealogy and exploring the history of the Clougher surname can provide valuable insights into family heritage and connections to the past.

There are approximately 143 people named Clougher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Clougher.

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

  • Benjamin
  • Brian
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Edward
  • James
  • Jamie
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Simon

Female

  • Amanda
  • Ann
  • Carrie
  • Cheryl
  • Christine
  • Dawn
  • Elizabeth
  • Kerry
  • Laura
  • Linda
  • Patricia
  • Stephanie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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