Clare
KLAIR
✦ Meaning
“Short form of Clara from Latin 'clarus' meaning bright, also a county in Ireland, symbolizing clarity and light.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #950 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
1
Style
Famous Bearers
- Clare Danes (actress)
- Saint Clare of Assisi
Cross-Cultural Notes
Latin/English origin, works across cultures
People Also Ask
Short form of Clara from Latin 'clarus' meaning bright, also a county in Ireland, symbolizing clarity and light.
Clare is currently ranked #950 in the United States. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.
Clare works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Clare include Iris, Hazel.