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Type River
Usage Brittonic, Scottish Gaelic, English
Other Forms FormsClud / Clota, Abhainn Chluaidh, Clyde Water
Meaning & History
The name Clyde originates from the Brittonic Celtic word Clud or Clota, which may mean "the holy one" or "the cleansing one", referring to the river's significance. In Scottish Gaelic, it is known as Abhainn Chluaidh (abhainn = "river", Chluaidh = "Clyde"). The River Clyde has played a crucial role in Scottish history, particularly in Glasgow's shipbuilding industry during the Industrial Revolution.