"clearness, lucidity"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Clarity
Pronunciation: [ kl-EHR-uht-ee ]
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A virtue name meaning luminous clearness of mind
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Meaning & Origin
"brightness, fame"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Clarity
Clarity is an English vocabulary word used as a given name, derived from the Latin claritas meaning brightness, clearness, or fame. The Latin root clarus gave rise to names like Clara, Claire, and Clarence. As a virtue name, Clarity joins Serenity, Harmony, and Destiny as part of the trend of using aspirational qualities as given names for girls.
Clarity gained cultural visibility from Zedd's 2013 hit song Clarity featuring Foxes, which introduced the word as a name concept to millions of listeners. The song's massive commercial success and emotional resonance helped establish Clarity as a plausible given name in the mid-2010s.
Virtue names have a long history in English-speaking naming traditions, from Puritan names like Patience and Prudence to modern choices like Serenity and Haven. Clarity fits into this tradition while feeling fresh and contemporary.
Historical Record
Clarity first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 897 babies have been named Clarity in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Clarity is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,896 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zedd's 2013 song Clarity won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording and introduced many people to the word as a potential name
- The Latin root clarus is the ancestor of Clara, Claire, Clarence, and Clarissa
- Virtue names have been used in English since at least the Puritan era of the 1600s
Clarity in Other Languages
Latin
Claritas
French
Clarte
Italian
Chiarezza
Spanish
Claridad
Portuguese
Clareza
Popularity Over Time
#2,896
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,896
- Total SSA Count
- 57
- Cultural Origins
- American English Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Clare
Clar
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clarity
What does the name Clarity mean?
"clearness, lucidity" (from Latin). "brightness, fame" (from Latin). Clarity is an English vocabulary word used as a given name, derived from the Latin claritas meaning brightness, clearness, or fame. The Latin root clarus gave rise to names like Clara, Claire, and Clarence. As a virtue name, Clarity joins Serenity, Harmony, and Destiny as part of the trend of using aspirational qualities as given names for girls.
What is the origin of the name Clarity?
Clarity has Latin, American, English, and Australian origins. In Latin, it means "clearness, lucidity". In Latin, it means "brightness, fame".
Is Clarity a boy or girl name?
Clarity is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Clarity?
Clarity is pronounced kl-EHR-uht-ee.
How popular is the name Clarity?
Clarity is currently ranked #2896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Clarity?
Common nicknames for Clarity include Clare and Clar.
What are good middle names for Clarity?
Popular middle name pairings include Clarity Rose, Clarity Joy, Clarity Grace, Clarity Dawn, and Clarity Faye.
What are good sibling names for Clarity?
Names that pair well with Clarity as siblings include Serenity, Harmony, Haven, Sage, and Ember.
How many syllables does Clarity have?
Clarity has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Clarity a common or rare name?
Clarity is an uncommon name, ranked #2896 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Clarity
Clarity is a girl name with American, English, and Australian origins . The name means "clearness, lucidity" in Latin .
Clarity is currently ranked #2,896 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Clarity has 3 syllables and is pronounced kl-EHR-uht-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Clarity include Clare and Clar. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Clarity include Clara, Clare, Clarissa, Clarke, Clarice . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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