Clairessa
Clairessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,785 in the US, popular nicknames include Cla, Cly, and Claie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Clairessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 99 babies have been named Clairessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Clairessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,785 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,785
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Clairessa
Clairessa is a girl name .
Clairessa is currently ranked #35,785 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Clairessa include Cla, Cly, Claie, and Claiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Clairessa include Claire, Claira, Clair . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis