About Clagg
The surname Clagg is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "klakkr," meaning "a projecting rock or cliff." It is believed to have been a topographic name for someone who lived near or on a rocky or cliff-like area. The name Clagg may also have been a nickname for someone with a prominent or protruding chin, as "klakkr" can also refer to a chin or jaw. Overall, the surname Clagg likely originated as a descriptive or locational name, describing either a physical feature of the land or a distinctive facial characteristic.
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The surname Clagg is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clagg based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Clagg in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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