Angela vs Clarice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Angela

Girl #282 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"messenger of God; angel"

Origin: Latin/Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#282
Total SSA Count
1,117
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Angie, Angel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Clarice

Girl #2,809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,809
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clari, Clare, Rici

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Angela Rank #282
Clarice Rank #2,809

Angela is more popular, ranked #282 vs #2809 for Clarice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Angela ___

  • Angela Marie
  • Angela Rose
  • Angela Grace
  • Angela Louise
  • Angela Kate
  • Angela Ann

Clarice ___

  • Clarice Anne
  • Clarice Marie
  • Clarice Elizabeth
  • Clarice Rose
  • Clarice Jean
  • Clarice Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Angela

Michael Daniel Christina Nicole Anthony

If you choose Clarice

Edmund Frances Theodore Vivienne Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Angela or Clarice more popular?

Angela is more popular, ranked #282 compared to Clarice at #2809 in the United States.

What do Angela and Clarice mean?

Angela means "messenger of God; angel" (Latin/Greek origin). Clarice means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin).

Are Angela and Clarice boy or girl names?

Angela is primarily a girl name. Clarice is primarily a girl name.

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