Kara vs Clara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kara

Girl #989 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dear, beloved, darling"

Origin: Italian/Latin

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Girl #78 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

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Kara Rank #989

Clara Rank #78

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #989 for Kara.

Is Kara or Clara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Kara at #989 in the United States.

What do Kara and Clara mean?

Kara means "dear, beloved, darling" (Italian/Latin origin). Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin).

Are Kara and Clara boy or girl names?

Kara is primarily a girl name. Clara is primarily a girl name.