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Clare vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clare

Boy #27,771 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clear, bright, famous"

Origin: Latin clarus

Cultural Roots

English Irish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#27,771
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clare Rank #27,771
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #27771 for Clare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clare or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Clare at #27771 in the United States.

What do Clare and Gideon mean?

Clare means "clear, bright, famous" (Latin clarus origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clare and Gideon boy or girl names?

Clare is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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