CLARA
The meaning of the unisex name Clara is
Details on CLARA:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Girl:
- 193rd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 29,561st in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
3,060 births
CLARA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
CLARA as a BOY in 2019
The meaning(s) of CLARA:
The name Clara is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Clara is: Bright.
The name Clara is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Clara is: Bright.
The name Clara is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Clara is: From the feminine form of the Latin adjective 'clarus' meaning bright or clear. Also distinguished. Famous bearer: Twelfth century St Clare (or Clara) of Assisi founded the Poor Clares order of nuns.
USA SSA birth(s) for CLARA:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CLARA
CLARA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3060 births |
| 2023 | 2661 births |
| 2022 | 2552 births |
| 2021 | 2693 births |
| 2020 | 2696 births |
| 2019 | 2950 births |
| 2018 | 2892 births |
| 2017 | 3022 births |
| 2016 | 3066 births |
| 2015 | 3061 births |
| 2014 | 2849 births |
| 2013 | 2504 births |
| 2012 | 2333 births |
| 2011 | 2073 births |
| 2010 | 1840 births |
| 2009 | 1647 births |
CLARA as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 5 births |
| 2011 | 7 births |
| 2006 | 5 births |
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1989 | 6 births |
| 1983 | 5 births |
| 1980 | 7 births |
| 1971 | 5 births |
| 1967 | 5 births |
| 1963 | 5 births |
| 1959 | 5 births |
| 1956 | 10 births |
| 1955 | 5 births |
| 1953 | 6 births |
| 1950 | 6 births |
About the name CLARA
Clara, a name that dances gracefully through history, derives from the Latin word "clarus," meaning "bright," "clear," and "famous." This luminous name has captivated hearts across various cultures and geographies, from Europe to the Americas. In Italy and Spain, Clara has long been cherished, embodying a sense of light and clarity, while in Germany, it has flourished as a timeless classic, often associated with clarity of thought and purpose. The name has also found a warm embrace in English-speaking countries, where it evokes a sense of elegance and charm. Symbolically, Clara represents enlightenment and purity, often linked to the idea of bringing light into the world, making it a beautiful choice for a child destined to shine. Whether inspired by the beloved literary character Clara from "The Nutcracker" or the enduring legacy of influential figures like Clara Schumann, this name carries with it a rich tapestry of cultural significance and warmth, inviting parents to bestow upon their little one a name that embodies brilliance and grace.
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