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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright, clear, famous
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KLAIR-uh
Clara is a Latin name meaning bright, clear, famous. It's a name with a long history in the U.S., tracked by the Social Security Administration since 1880, and it's still being given to baby girls today — ranking #78 in 2024 with 3,060 babies given the name that year.
Meaning & Origin of Clara
Meaning: Bright, clear, famous.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Clara
KLAIR-uhIPA /ˈklɛərə/
Popularity of Clara
Clara actually had its biggest moment generations ago, peaking at #7 in 1885 with 1,910 babies. It's since settled into a steady, less common spot at #78 in 2024 with 3,060 babies.
Names Like Clara
These names have followed a similar path to Clara in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Clara mean?
Bright, clear, famous. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Clara?
Clara is pronounced KLAIR-uh (IPA: /ˈklɛərə/).
Is Clara a popular name right now?
Clara peaked at #7 in 1885 and is ranked #78 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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