Clamp Surname History

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England

Etymology of Clamp

What does the name Clamp mean?

The distinguished surname Clamp is thought to be derived from the Middle English "clamp," referring to an iron band for binding things together. The surname was most likely first borne by a smith who made clamps; alternatively, it may have been a nickname for someone with a strong grip.

Early Origins of the Clamp family

The surname Clamp was first found in Yorkshire, where Roger Clampe was listed in the Inquisitiones Post Mortem in 1298. Due to its origins, it is likely that several instances of the name emerged independently during the Middle Ages, creating many early branches of the Clamp family.

Early History of the Clamp family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Clamp research. Another 100 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1298, 1348, 1524, 1617, 1696 and 1853 are included under the topic Early Clamp History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Clamp Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Clamp, Clampe, Claump, Claumpe and others.

Early Notables of the Clamp family

Richard Clamp (1617-1696), a prominent London physician, and Thomas Clamp (b. 1853), a minister

Clamp migration to Australia +

Clamp Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Mr. Charles Clamp, English convict who was convicted in London, England for life, transported aboard the "Bardaster" on 7th September 1835, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 1

Contemporary Notables of the name Clamp (post 1700) +

William Clamp, British corporal who was decorated for his service in WWI

Sources +

Convict Records Voyages to Australia (Retrieved 16th September 2020). Retrieved from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/bardaster