Amelia vs Clair

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clair

Girl #4,659 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin (clarus)

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,659
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cla, Cly, Clie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Clair Rank #4,659

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4659 for Clair.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Clair ___

  • Clair Marie
  • Clair Louise
  • Clair Anne
  • Clair Rose
  • Clair Elizabeth
  • Clair Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Clair

Drew Grace Blanche Hugh Elise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Clair more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Clair at #4659 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Clair mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin).

Are Amelia and Clair boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Clair is primarily a girl name.

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