TheNameDBClarence
MasculineMeaning
From Clare or one from the bright place.
Etymology
Clarence derives from the Latin place name Clarus, meaning 'bright' or 'clear', combined with the suffix '-ence'. The name became prominent through the Duke of Clarence title in English nobility and was popularized in the Victorian era.
About the Name Clarence
Clarence is a refined, aristocratic name with Victorian-era associations and noble connotations. Its meaning of brightness and its use among English nobility have given it an air of elegance and distinction.