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Vera vs Claire

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vera

Girl #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"faith"

Origin: Russian/Slavic

Cultural Roots

Russian English Spanish Italian Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,351
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Vera Rank #226
Claire Rank #67

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 vs #226 for Vera.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vera or Claire more popular?

Claire is more popular, ranked #67 compared to Vera at #226 in the United States.

What do Vera and Claire mean?

Vera means "faith" (Russian/Slavic origin). Claire means "famous, renowned" (Latin origin).

Are Vera and Claire boy or girl names?

Vera is primarily a girl name. Claire is primarily a girl name.

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