Rowan vs Clara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rowan

Girl #266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little red one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Girl #78 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

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Rowan Rank #266

Clara Rank #78

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 vs #266 for Rowan.

Is Rowan or Clara more popular?

Clara is more popular, ranked #78 compared to Rowan at #266 in the United States.

What do Rowan and Clara mean?

Rowan means "little red one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Clara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin).

Are Rowan and Clara boy or girl names?

Rowan is primarily a girl name. Clara is primarily a girl name.