Clarsie

“a variant of Clara, meaning bright or clear”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1085US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

31All-time births

📅 Since 191100

What does Clarsie mean and where does it come from?

Clarsie is a less common variant of Clara, which has Latin origins meaning 'bright' or 'clear'. It is primarily found in the United States and Scotland, with roots in the 19th-century naming trends. The name Clara gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries but Clarsie has remained relati

Cultural significance

Clarsie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of clara, meaning bright or clear.

Peak popularity

Reached #2794 in 1911 — currently #1085 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clarsie?

Clarsie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clarsie Grace

How popular is Clarsie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1085 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1085 · Top 0.80%

1915

1920

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1085	1,115	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1090	1,095	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1095	1,065	▲ up 1940 · +9582% births
1920	#3035	11	▲ up 1495 · +120% births
1915	#4530	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clarsie

Best Year2023Rank #1085

Peak Count1,115

Average Rank#2167

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1915 - 20235 years

The story of Clarsie

Clarsie entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 31 total births recorded, Clarsie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4530 in 1915 to #1085 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clarsie in 1911:

Mary Helen Margaret Dorothy Ruth

Clarsie by decade

Clarsie peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	10
1920s ★	16
1930s	5

💎Clarsie has only 31 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clarsie?

Common

ClaClieClyArsie

What names sound and feel like Clarsie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clarsie also consider these

Classie

American · derived from the

Clarkie

English · English

Cladie

American · Often considered a

Charsie

American · Free woman

Clessie

American · famous, renowned

Chassie

American · shining, bright

Caysie

American · pure

Chalsie

American · Derived from a

Common questions about the name Clarsie

What does the name Clarsie mean?

Clarsie means "a variant of Clara, meaning bright or clear" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clarsie?

Clarsie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Clarsie?

Clarsie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Clarsie a common or rare name?

Clarsie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Clarsie?

Clarsie naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.