The Earl of Clonmell is a title in the peerage of Ireland, created in 1800. The title is associated with the town of Clonmell, located in County Tipperary. The first holder of the title was John Fitzgibbon, who served as the Lord Chancellor of Ireland. The earldom is part of the wider historical context of the Irish nobility. The title has been passed down through generations, with various members of the family involved in politics and law. The Earl of Clonmell is part of the broader system of Irish peerage, which includes other titles such as Duke, Marquess, and Viscount.