There are
971
Clinchs in the USA
Clinch is the
25459th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Clinch

WestleyMacauley

Westley Macauley Clinch was a politician and soldier from Georgia who served as a United States senator and general in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War.

LizaClinch

Liza Clinch is an American actress known for her role in the TV series 'The Crown' as Queen Elizabeth II.

GeorgeClinch

George Clinch was an Australian rules footballer who played for the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League.

SarahClinch

Sarah Clinch is a British journalist and news anchor, known for her work at BBC News.

HenryClinch

Henry Clinch was an English painter known for his landscape and portrait paintings in the early 19th century.

CatherineClinch

Catherine Clinch is an American screenwriter and television producer, known for her work on shows like 'Hunter' and 'Jake and the Fatman.'

AndrewClinch

Andrew Clinch is an Australian scientist and researcher, specializing in the field of marine biology and conservation.

RebeccaClinch

Rebecca Clinch is a professional golfer from New Zealand, known for her achievements on the Ladies European Tour.

ThomasClinch

Thomas Clinch was an Irish poet and playwright, known for his satirical works and witty verses.

RachelClinch

Rachel Clinch is an American fashion designer, recognized for her elegant and sophisticated clothing designs.

Clinch Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Clinch' is of English origin. It has multiple possible origins, including being a variant of the surname 'Clench' which is derived from the Old English word 'clencgan' meaning 'to grasp' or 'to clutch.' It may also have originated as a nickname for someone with a prominent chin.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Clinch' is primarily found in English-speaking countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Clinch' include 'Clench', 'Clinke', 'Clunch', 'Clenchy' and 'Clence'.
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available about the migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Clinch'.