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Name Origin

Clarence is a masculine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'bright' or 'clear'. It derives from the Roman name Clarus.

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Famous People

Clarence Thomas (1948-)

Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States

  • First African American Supreme Court Justice appointed since Thurgood Marshall
  • Known for his conservative views

Clarence Clemons (1942-2011)

Musician (Saxophonist)

  • Longtime saxophonist for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band
  • Renowned for his powerful and soulful saxophone solos

Clarence Darrow (1857-1938)

Lawyer

  • Famous defense attorney known for his courtroom oratory
  • Defended John T. Scopes in the Scopes Monkey Trial
  • Advocate for social justice and civil liberties

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