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Clinton

Derived from a surname that denotes a common place. In the U.S., associated with DeWitt Clinton, the former governor of New York, who was instrumental in the creation of the Erie Canal. Influenced by actor and director, Clint Eastwood, born Clinton Eastwood, Jr., whose long-standing career started during the 1960s when he appeared in three Spanish-Italian westerns. Former President Bill Clinton is a bearer of the surname.

Origin: Old English; English

Gender: Male

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Famous Clintons: Clinton Portis (football player); Clinton Sparks (radio and mixtape DJ/producer); Clint Eastwood; George Clinton (musician); Add a Famous Clinton

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