Settlement on a hill or cliff
Originally a surname derived from an English place name, likely Clinton. It refers to a town or settlement situated on a rocky cliff or hill. It gained significant popularity in the mid-20th century as a rugged, standalone masculine name.
Less common today
Clint isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #362 in 1991.
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