Clare vs Carol

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clare

Girl #950 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #2,640 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"song of joy, joyful song"

Origin: Old French

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Clare Rank #950

Carol Rank #2,640

Clare is more popular, ranked #950 vs #2640 for Carol.

Is Clare or Carol more popular?

Clare is more popular, ranked #950 compared to Carol at #2640 in the United States.

What do Clare and Carol mean?

Clare means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Carol means "song of joy, joyful song" (Old French origin).

Are Clare and Carol boy or girl names?

Clare is primarily a girl name. Carol is primarily a girl name.