Clendenin

Clendenin is both a surname of Scottish origin and the name of a town in West Virginia, United States.

As a Surname:

The surname Clendenin is derived from the Gaelic Mac Gille Fhiondain, meaning "son of the follower of St. Findan." St. Findan was an Irish saint who lived in the 9th century. Variations of the name include Clendennen, Clendenning, and Glendenning. The name is primarily found in Scotland and Ireland, and subsequently among their diaspora populations, particularly in the United States. Historical records indicate the presence of Clendenins in Ulster, Northern Ireland, as well as in Scotland.

As a Place Name:

Clendenin is a town located in Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States. It is situated along the Elk River. The town was originally known as Elk Shoals. It was later renamed in honor of the Clendenin family, early settlers in the Kanawha Valley. The town's history is intertwined with the coal mining and timber industries prevalent in the region. Clendenin has experienced periods of economic growth and decline, influenced by these industries. It has also been affected by significant flooding events due to its location along the Elk River.