Clancy Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Clancy

"An English surname from Irish."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 1,968 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
An English surname from Irish.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,968
Life Path
Number 22

📖 What Does Clancy Mean?

Clancy is an Irish name coming from the Gaelic Mac Fhlannchaidh/Mac Fhlannchadha, meaning "Son of the red/ruddy warrior", or as a hypocorism for Clarence. The surname originated from two different families, one in Thomond and one in the present day County Leitrim.

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Clancy is an Irish name coming from the Gaelic Mac Fhlannchaidh/Mac Fhlannchadha, meaning "Son of the red/ruddy warrior", or as a hypocorism for Clarence. The surname originated from two different families, one in Thomond and one in the present day County Leitrim.

Root Element
Clancy
Core Meaning
"An English surname from Irish."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Clancy

C 3
L 3
A 1
N 5
C 3
Y 7
SUM 22
22
Life Path
Master Builder
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 22 — Master Builder: Exceptional potential to turn dreams into reality.

📊 Clancy in Numbers

1,968 US bearers
2024 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Clancy" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An English surname from Irish.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,968 people named Clancy in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 50 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Clancy?

The Life Path number for Clancy is 22, associated with Master Builder. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 3.

Is Clancy a boy or girl name?

Clancy is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 71% male and 29% female.

How many people are named Clancy in the US?

Approximately 1,968 people in the United States are named Clancy. The name peaked in 2024 with 50 recorded uses.

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