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Comments and insights on the name Clarence

My husband and I named our son Clarence. When we first chose the name the reactions were..."is that a family name?" But now that he's here, I've had multiple people say how much they love the name, or talk about a beloved uncle with the same name. Overall, im glad we chose it.

Personal experiences with the name Clarence

My grandfather's name is Clarence and my husband and I just love him to pieces. He is 90 and still golfs his age, worked as an electrician in a machine shop until a few years ago, and is an all around loveable and spunky guy. At 90 he still reminds me of a little boy half the time, and I mean that in the most endearing way. For those looking for a nickname to this typically nickname proof name, my grandfather goes by Cal. When my husband and I mentioned we were considering it as a way to honor him (in addition to his endearing qualities his birthday is also our son's due date) many people felt it came off as a nasal-y, unapproachable name. All in all I really love this name because of the warm connection to my grandfather but my husband and I decided we may need to be one more generation removed from the current Clarences out there before the name is revived.

Nicknames for Clarence

Clay, Clary, Clancy, Clare, Ren, Larry,Callie,Clance

Cal

Meanings and history of the name Clarence

Anglicization of Latin root meaning illustrious, illuminated.

Famous real-life people named Clarence

Clarence Day (1874-1935), author of "Life with Father"
Clarence Darrow (1857-1938), lawyer known for part in Scopes trial
Clarence J. "Clancy" Brown III - film, television and voice actor
Clarence "Frogman" Henry, rhythm & blues singer

Clarence in song, story & screen

Clarence Oddbody is the Angel in the Christmas classic "It's a Wonderful Life".