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Clanton vs Kara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kara

Boy #11,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"black, dark"

Origin: Turkish

Cultural Roots

Turkish Italian Scandinavian Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#11,939
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clanton Rank #12,263
Kara Rank #11,939

Kara is more popular, ranked #11939 vs #12263 for Clanton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clanton or Kara more popular?

Kara is more popular, ranked #11939 compared to Clanton at #12263 in the United States.

What do Clanton and Kara mean?

Clanton means "clay settlement, clay farm" (Old English origin). Kara means "black, dark" (Turkish origin).

Are Clanton and Kara boy or girl names?

Clanton is primarily a boy name. Kara is primarily a boy name.

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