About Clinch
The surname Clinch is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. One interpretation suggests that it is derived from the Old English word "clench," meaning "to grasp tightly," and may have been a nickname for someone with a strong grip or a tenacious personality. Another possibility is that it originated as a locational surname, referring to someone who lived near a bend or curve in a river, as "clinch" can also mean a bend or a corner. Overall, the surname Clinch likely has associations with strength, determination, or a geographical feature.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clinch 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 Clinch in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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