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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright, clear
- Origin
- French (from Latin/Italian Clarissa)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- klah-REES
Clarice is a French name, drawn from the Latin/Italian Clarissa, and it carries the meaning bright, clear. It's a name with a long history in the SSA's records, stretching all the way back to 1880. For a parent who wants something with real roots rather than a trend of the moment, Clarice fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Clarice
Meaning: Bright, clear.
Origin: French (from Latin/Italian Clarissa).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Clarice
klah-REESIPA /kləˈriːs/
Popularity of Clarice
Clarice reached its peak popularity in 1913, when 319 baby girls were given the name and it ranked #258 nationally. By 2024, it had fallen to #2796, with just 60 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Clarice mean?
Bright, clear. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Clarice?
Clarice is pronounced klah-REES (IPA: /kləˈriːs/).
Is Clarice a popular name right now?
Clarice peaked at #258 in 1913 and is ranked #2796 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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