Maryclaire

“Bitterness, clear, bright” — Embodies a blend of historic femininity and clarity

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7505US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

550All-time births

📅 Since 192200

How to pronounce Maryclaire

MER·ee·KLER

/ˈmɛr.iː.ˈklɛr/ · stress on MER · 3 syllables

“Bitterness, clear, bright”

Embodies a blend of historic femininity and clarity · English origin

What does Maryclaire mean and where does it come from?

Maryclaire is a compound name, combining 'Mary', a name of Hebrew origin (מרים, 'Miriam'), meaning ‘bitterness’ and ‘claire’, of French origin, meaning ‘clear’ or ‘bright’. The name embodies a blend of historic femininity and clarity. It is a modern name that has become popular in English-speaking c

Cultural significance

Maryclaire has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bitterness, clear, bright.

Peak popularity

Reached #4374 in 1961 — currently #7505 in the US.

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How else can you spell Maryclaire?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Maryclare

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Maryclaire?

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

Maryclaire Grace

How popular is Maryclaire right now?

Rising fast — up 4362 spots — currently #7505 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#7505 · Top 5.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7505	15	▲ up 4362 · +88% births
2022	#11867	8	▼ down 3074 · -33% births
2021	#8793	12	▼ down 1891 · -25% births
2020	#6902	16	▲ up 99 · -6% births
2015	#7001	17	▲ up 558 · +6% births
2010	#7559	16	▼ down 11 · +7% births
2005	#7548	15	▼ down 2029 · -25% births
2000	#5519	20	▲ up 225 · +25% births
1995	#5744	16	▲ up 4616 · +129% births
1990	#10360	7	▼ down 828 · +17% births
1985	#9532	6	▲ up 1165 · +20% births
1980	#10697	5	▼ down 3973
1960	#6724	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maryclaire

Best Year2000Rank #5519

Peak Count20

Average Rank#8135

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1960 - 202313 years

The story of Maryclaire

Maryclaire entered American naming records in 1922 and has been in use for over 102 years. With 550 total births recorded, Maryclaire remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6724 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7505 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maryclaire in 1961:

Mary Lisa Susan Linda Karen

Maryclaire by decade

Maryclaire peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1940s	5
1950s	10
1960s	42
1980s	50
1990s	121
2000s ★	173
2010s	128
2020s	16

💎Maryclaire has only 550 total recorded births since 1922 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maryclaire?

Common

MarMaIre

What names sound and feel like Maryclaire?

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

Maryclare

USA · Bitterness

Marieclaire

French · Beloved and Clear

Mariclare

American · English/Spanish

Amy-claire

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Macaire

French · Son of the

Emmaclaire

English · fully formed; bright

Magdaline

English · Of Magdala, a

Samaire

English · samaire is a

Common questions about the name Maryclaire

What does the name Maryclaire mean?

Maryclaire means "Bitterness, clear, bright" — a name rooted in English 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 Maryclaire?

Maryclaire is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maryclaire have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maryclaire?

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

How do you pronounce the name Maryclaire?

Maryclaire is a three-syllable name pronounced M EH1 R IY0 K L EH1 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maryclaire?

Maryclaire pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.