Clare vs Claire

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clare

Girl #950 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #67 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"famous, renowned"

Origin: Latin

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✓ All Clear

Clare Rank #950

Claire Rank #67

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 vs #950 for Clare.

Is Clare or Claire more popular?

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 compared to Clare at #950 in the United States.

What do Clare and Claire mean?

Clare means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Claire means "famous, renowned" (Latin origin).

Are Clare and Claire boy or girl names?

Clare is primarily a girl name. Claire is primarily a girl name.