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Clara vs Florence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clara

Girl #78 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Spanish Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#78
Total SSA Count
3,060
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Florence

Girl #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flourishing, prosperous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
711
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clara Rank #78
Florence Rank #435

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #435 for Florence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clara or Florence more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Florence at #435 in the United States.

What do Clara and Florence mean?

Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin). Florence means "flourishing, prosperous" (Latin origin).

Are Clara and Florence boy or girl names?

Clara is primarily a girl name. Florence is primarily a girl name.

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