Clermont

Clermont is a toponym used for several places around the world, reflecting French linguistic influence and the descriptive idea of a bright or clear hill. The name often appears in different forms, such as Clermont-Ferrand, and is found in Europe, North America, and Australia.

Notable places named Clermont include:

- Clermont-Ferrand, France: a major city in central France and the capital of the Puy-de-Dôme department. It is known for the Gothic cathedral Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption and its historical and industrial significance, including ties to the automotive and textile sectors.

- Clermont, Florida, United States: a city in Lake County within the Orlando metropolitan area. It is part of central Florida’s suburban and recreational landscape, with access to lakes and outdoor amenities.

- Clermont County, Ohio, United States: a county in the southwestern part of the state along the Ohio River. Its county seat is Batavia, and it is part of the Cincinnati metropolitan area. The name is traditionally tied to historical landowners associated with Clermont Manor in New York.

- Clermont, Queensland, Australia: a town in the Isaac Region of central Queensland. It is part of a rural area known for mining and cattle farming and serves as a regional service center.

The Clermont name is widely used for cities, counties, and municipalities, often conveying imagery of a clear or bright hill and reflecting historical French influence in place-naming.