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Dora vs Clara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dora

Girl #2,603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Eastern European Hungarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,603
Total SSA Count
67
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

Dora Rank #2,603
Clara Rank #78

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #2603 for Dora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dora or Clara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Dora at #2603 in the United States.

What do Dora and Clara mean?

Dora means "gift" (Greek origin). Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin).

Are Dora and Clara boy or girl names?

Dora is primarily a girl name. Clara is primarily a girl name.

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