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Clair vs Clarice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clair

Girl #4,659 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin (clarus)

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,659
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clair Rank #4,659
Clarice Rank #2,809

Clarice is more popular, ranked #2809 vs #4659 for Clair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clair or Clarice more popular?

Clarice is more popular, ranked #2809 compared to Clair at #4659 in the United States.

What do Clair and Clarice mean?

Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin). Clarice means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin).

Are Clair and Clarice boy or girl names?

Clair is primarily a girl name. Clarice is primarily a girl name.

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