Researching Matthew Clarkin
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![]() | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 93 people with the Clarkin surname? In that year Clarkin was ranked number 3486 for popularity in the UK. |

The name Matthew means "gift of God" and is of Hebrew origin.
Records of Matthew Clarkin on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Matthew Clarkin and the Clarkin Family Tree
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![]() | Did you know that there are currently 269 people with the Clarkin surname in the UK? Clarkin is now ranked number 3789 for popularity in the UK. |
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Some Famous People called Matthew Clarkin
Matthew Clarkin
Matthew (Matt) Clarkin is an English born New Zealand rugby union player and son of Chele and Paul Clarkin who was known internationally as 'Mr Polo'. His elder brother is John-Paul Clarkin a professional polo player.
Clarkin has played most of his professional rugby career at the top level in France and was captain of the Top 14 team Union Bordeaux Bègles 2010–2016, retiring from professional rugby after 15/16 season.
He has been described as being a player that is able to orchestrate play, as well as having a strong work ethic and hitting the ball up into the opposition allowing space for the back line.
Source: Matthew Clarkin, Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaOther names that sound a bit like Clarkin
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