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Ora vs Clara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ora

Girl #3,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish British Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,444
Total SSA Count
45
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

Ora Rank #3,444
Clara Rank #78

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #3444 for Ora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ora or Clara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Ora at #3444 in the United States.

What do Ora and Clara mean?

Ora means "light" (Hebrew origin). Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin).

Are Ora and Clara boy or girl names?

Ora is primarily a girl name. Clara is primarily a girl name.

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