Clint Lister

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clint Lister — English
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clint Lister is a name that combines English origins. The first name Clint is a masculine given name of English origin. Clint is both a given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name: Clint Alberta (1970–2002), Canadian filmmaker Clint Albright (1926–1999), Canadian ice hockey player Clint Alfino (born 1968), South African baseball player Clint Amos (born 1983), Australian rugby league player Clint Auty (born 1969), Australian cricketer Clint Bajada (born 1982), Maltese presenter Clint Barmes (born 1979), American baseball player Clint Benedict (1892–1976), Canadian ice hockey goaltender Clint Black (born 1962), American country singer and musician Clint Boon (born 1959), English mus. The surname Lister: The name probably comes from the Old Norse verb 'lita', meaning 'to dye' and rendered as 'lystare' in English. The noun for 'dyer' was 'litster' (Scottish), 'lit(t)e' (middle English), or 'lister' (English). The word was also associated with a 'salmon spear', rendered 'lyster' (Danish) or 'lister' (English). A 1533 Act of Parliament stated, "No person shall take in any crele, raw web, lister.... the young fry of salmon." The name took hold in areas of England in the 16th century known for the woollen industry, mainly Yorkshire, but also Lancashire, Lincolnshire and Norfolk. Clint is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 36K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Clint reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Clint

English

Clint is both a given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name: Clint Alberta (1970–2002), Canadian filmmaker Clint Albright (1926–1999), Canadian ice hockey player Clint Alfino (born 1968), South African baseball player Clint Amos (born 1983), Australian rugby league player Clint Auty (born 1969), Australian cricketer Clint Bajada (born 1982), Maltese presenter Clint Barmes (born 1979), American baseball player Clint Benedict (1892–1976), Canadian ice hockey goaltender Clint Black (born 1962), American country singer and musician Clint Boon (born 1959), English mus.

Surname: Lister

Norse

The name probably comes from the Old Norse verb 'lita', meaning 'to dye' and rendered as 'lystare' in English. The noun for 'dyer' was 'litster' (Scottish), 'lit(t)e' (middle English), or 'lister' (English). The word was also associated with a 'salmon spear', rendered 'lyster' (Danish) or 'lister' (English). A 1533 Act of Parliament stated, "No person shall take in any crele, raw web, lister.... the young fry of salmon." The name took hold in areas of England in the 16th century known for the woollen industry, mainly Yorkshire, but also Lancashire, Lincolnshire and Norfolk.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Clint is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Clint by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Clint Lister

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Clint Lister:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Clint?
The first name Clint originates from English. Clint is both a given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name: Clint Alberta (1970–2002), Canadian filmmaker Clint Albright (1926–1999), Canadian ice hockey player Clint Alfino (born 1968), South African baseball player Clint Amos (born 1983), Australian rugby league player Clint Auty (born 1969), Australian cricketer Clint Bajada (born 1982), Maltese presenter Clint Barmes (born 1979), American baseball player Clint Benedict (1892–1976), Canadian ice hockey goaltender Clint Black (born 1962), American country singer and musician Clint Boon (born 1959), English mus.
When was Clint most popular?
The name Clint reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lister?
The surname Lister originates from Norse. The name probably comes from the Old Norse verb 'lita', meaning 'to dye' and rendered as 'lystare' in English. The noun for 'dyer' was 'litster' (Scottish), 'lit(t)e' (middle English), or 'lister' (English). The word was also associated with a 'salmon spear', rendered 'lyster' (Danish) or 'lister' (English). A 1533 Act of Parliament stated, "No person shall take in any crele, raw web, lister.... the young fry of salmon." The name took hold in areas of England in the 16th century known for the woollen industry, mainly Yorkshire, but also Lancashire, Lincolnshire and Norfolk.
What are the origins of the name Clint Lister?
The name Clint Lister combines two different traditions: the first name Clint has English roots, while the surname Lister originates from Norse.
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