Cläre
“clear, bright — from Clara”
German origin · Girl name
#1675US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Cläre mean and where does it come from?
Cläre is a variant of Clara, which comes from the Latin 'clarus', meaning clear or bright.
Cultural significance
The name Cläre is used in German-speaking countries, often associated with clarity and brightness.
Peak popularity
Reached #1675 in 2015 — currently #1675 in the US.
How else can you spell Cläre?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Cläre?
Cläre works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Cläre Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Cläre Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Cläre Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Cläre Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Cläre Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Cläre Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Cläre right now?
Holding steady — currently #1675 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Cläre is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Cläre?
Common
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What names sound and feel like Cläre?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cläre also consider these
Common questions about the name Cläre
What does the name Cläre mean?
Cläre means "clear, bright — from Clara" — a name rooted in German 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 Cläre?
Cläre is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Cläre?
Cläre originates from German tradition. German names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Cläre sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Cläre flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Cläre ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Cläre more of a girl or boy name?
Cläre is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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