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Claire vs Vera

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vera

Girl #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"faith"

Origin: Russian/Slavic

Cultural Roots

Russian English Spanish Italian Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,351
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Claire Rank #67
Vera Rank #226

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 vs #226 for Vera.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claire or Vera more popular?

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 compared to Vera at #226 in the United States.

What do Claire and Vera mean?

Claire means "famous, renowned" (Latin origin). Vera means "faith" (Russian/Slavic origin).

Are Claire and Vera boy or girl names?

Claire is primarily a girl name. Vera is primarily a girl name.

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