Clara vs Kara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clara

Girl #78 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #989 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dear, beloved, darling"

Origin: Italian/Latin

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Clara Rank #78

Kara Rank #989

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #989 for Kara.

Is Clara or Kara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Kara at #989 in the United States.

What do Clara and Kara mean?

Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin). Kara means "dear, beloved, darling" (Italian/Latin origin).

Are Clara and Kara boy or girl names?

Clara is primarily a girl name. Kara is primarily a girl name.