About Clouston
The surname Clouston is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name Klakkr, meaning "lump" or "hill." It is believed that the name was originally a nickname given to someone who lived near a prominent hill or had a physical characteristic resembling a lump. Over time, the name evolved into Clouston and became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Clouston is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Clouston 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 Clouston in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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