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Etymology of Clossick

What does the name Clossick mean?

The Gaelic name from which the surname Clossick is derived is undetermined. One possibility that has been suggested, is that it comes from Mac Lusaigh, from the Middle-Irish "lus" meaning "strength" or "herb."

Early Origins of the Clossick family

The surname Clossick was first found in the Swinford area of County Mayo (Irish: Maigh Eo) located on the West coast of the Republic of Ireland in the province of Connacht.

Early History of the Clossick family

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Clossick Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Clossick, Closick and others.

Early Notables of the Clossick family

  • the Clossick family of Swinford


Clossick migration to the United States +



Clossick Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Winney Clossick, who landed in New York City in 1881

Contemporary Notables of the name Clossick (post 1700) +

  • Peter Clossick, London-based painter


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