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Dara vs Clara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dara

Girl #1,029 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak tree, oak grove"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Jewish Persian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,029
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Dara Rank #1,029
Clara Rank #78

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #1029 for Dara.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dara or Clara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Dara at #1029 in the United States.

What do Dara and Clara mean?

Dara means "oak tree, oak grove" (Irish Gaelic origin). Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin).

Are Dara and Clara boy or girl names?

Dara is primarily a girl name. Clara is primarily a girl name.

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