Amery vs Clair

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amery

Girl #4,515 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"industrious ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,515
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Amy, Mery, Remy

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Amery Rank #4,515
Clair Rank #4,659

Amery is more popular, ranked #4515 vs #4659 for Clair.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amery ___

  • Amery Jane
  • Amery Grace
  • Amery Rose
  • Amery Claire
  • Amery Wren
  • Amery Faye

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 Amery

Emory Avery Hadley Ellery Waverly

If you choose Clair

Drew Grace Blanche Hugh Elise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amery or Clair more popular?

Amery is more popular, ranked #4515 compared to Clair at #4659 in the United States.

What do Amery and Clair mean?

Amery means "industrious ruler" (Germanic origin). Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin).

Are Amery and Clair boy or girl names?

Amery is primarily a girl name. Clair is primarily a girl name.

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