About Clonch
The surname Clonch is of English origin and is believed to be derived from the Old English word "clench," meaning "to grasp tightly." It is likely that the name was originally a nickname given to someone with a strong grip or firm handshake. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Clonch can be found primarily in the United States, particularly in the state of West Virginia.
The surname Clonch is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clonch based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Clonch is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Clonch in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Clonch using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.