About Clewell
The surname Clewell is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "cleofan" which means "to cleave" or "to split." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked as a woodcutter or a carpenter. The name may also have been used to describe someone who lived near a place where wood was being cut or split. Overall, the surname Clewell signifies a connection to the woodworking or timber industry in medieval England.
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The surname Clewell is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clewell 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 Clewell in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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