Clune

Clune can refer to several things. In Ireland, Clune is a surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the word "cluain" meaning meadow. It is most commonly found in the provinces of Munster and Connacht. As a given name, Clune is rare but is sometimes used for males.

Geographically, Clune is the name of a townland in County Clare, Ireland. This area is characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land. It is located within the civil parish of Kilmaleery.

In the context of astronomy, Clune is a crater on Mars. It is located in the Tharsis region and was named after the Irish townland of Clune in County Clare. This naming convention is common for Martian features, often honoring places on Earth.

The origin of the name Clune in these various contexts is primarily linguistic, stemming from the Old Irish word for meadow. This shared etymology links the surname, the Irish place name, and the Martian crater through a common root. Further clarification on which "Clune" is intended would depend on the specific context of its use.