Clarence
Meaning of Clarence
Clarence is a classic and timeless name for boys. It has a strong and regal sound to it, making it a popular choice among parents. The name Clarence is pronounced as KLAIR-uhns in American English and KLAR-uhns in British English. It also has variations such as Clarens and Clair. In the United States, Clarence has been consistently used over the years, with its popularity peaking in the early 1900s. Although it may not be as commonly chosen today, it still maintains a respectable rank on the baby name charts. With its rich history and elegant charm, Clarence is a wonderful choice for parents seeking a sophisticated and distinguished name for their little one.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as KLAIR-uhns (/ˈklɛrəns/)
British English
- Pronunced as KLAR-uhns (/ˈklærəns/)
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Notable People Named Clarence
| Clarence Thomas is an American lawyer and jurist who has been serving as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States since 1991, making him the second African American to hold this position. |
| Clarence Seward Darrow was a prominent American lawyer known for his involvement in high-profile trials and as a leading advocate for civil liberties and economic reform. |
| Clarence 13X, born Clarence Edward Smith, was an American religious leader and the founder of the Five-Percent Nation, known for his role in the Nation of Islam and his disagreement with their teachings. |
| Clarence Anicholas Clemons Jr., also known as The Big Man, was an American saxophonist who played with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band from 1972 until his passing in 2011. |
| Clarence Rivers King was an American geologist, mountaineer, and author known for his exploration of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and for being the first director of the United States Geological Survey. |
| Clarence Major is a renowned American poet, painter, and novelist, honored with prestigious awards for his lifetime achievements in the fine arts. |
| Clarence Mitchell Jr. - Clarence Maurice Mitchell Jr. was a prominent American civil rights activist and chief lobbyist for the NAACP for almost three decades. |
| Clarence Birdseye was an American inventor and entrepreneur, known as the founder of the modern frozen food industry and the creator of Birds Eye frozen food company. |
| Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, a renowned American singer and multi-instrumentalist from Louisiana, achieved a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album in 1983 with his album, Alright Again!. |
| Clarence Howard Clark Sr. was an influential banker, landowner, and developer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, recognized as one of the city's most prominent men of his time by The New York Times. |
| Clarence Benjamin Jones is an American lawyer, scholar, and author known for his close association with Martin Luther King Jr. and his work at the Martin Luther King Jr. Institute at Stanford University. |
| Clarence W. Blount was the first African American majority leader of the Maryland State Senate, representing the 41st district in Baltimore City for over three decades. |
| Clarence Hungerford Mackay was an American financier known for his leadership in the Postal Telegraph and Cable Corporation and the Mackay Radio and Telegraph Company. |
| Clarence H. Johnston Sr. - Clarence Howard Johnston Sr. was a prolific American architect known for his work in Minnesota during the late 1800s and early 1900s, specializing in domestic, religious, and public architecture. |
| Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr. was a versatile American actor, author, and academic, best known for his roles in the TV series Matlock and Walker, Texas Ranger. |
