Clause

Meaning

A surname derived from the given name Klaus or Claus, a Germanic form of Nicholas.

Etymology

Clause developed as a patronymic surname from the personal name Claus, which is a shortened form of Nicholas (from Greek Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'). The -e ending is typical of Germanic surname formation.

About the Clause Surname

Clause is a patronymic surname derived from the personal name Claus, which has Germanic roots and was popular in medieval Europe. The surname reflects the common practice of forming family names from male given names.

Distribution

Found in Germany, England, and North America, with concentrations in German-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Uncommon as a surname; primarily known from historical records

People with the Clause Surname