About the Cline Surname

People called Cline share their surname's story with Klein, of which it is a variant. Its meaning, shared with Klein, is “Small or young”.

A variant of Klein

Records show Cline as one of the forms Klein took over time. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. Related forms: Kleine and Kline.

Cline coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Klein surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Research your Cline family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.