Chiara vs Clare

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chiara

Girl #1,114 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous, illustrious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian European Spanish-speaking

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,114
Total SSA Count
219
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Chia, Kiki, Chica

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Chiara Rank #1,114
Clare Rank #950

Clare is more popular, ranked #950 vs #1114 for Chiara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chiara ___

  • Chiara Rose
  • Chiara Elena
  • Chiara Maria
  • Chiara Sophia
  • Chiara Grace
  • Chiara Valentina

Clare ___

  • Clare Marie
  • Clare Elizabeth
  • Clare Anne
  • Clare Rose
  • Clare Josephine
  • Clare Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Chiara

Lucia Matteo Isabella Marco Giulia

If you choose Clare

Margaret Eleanor Thomas Henry Cecily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chiara or Clare more popular?

Clare is more popular, ranked #950 compared to Chiara at #1114 in the United States.

What do Chiara and Clare mean?

Chiara means "famous, illustrious" (Latin origin). Clare means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin).

Are Chiara and Clare boy or girl names?

Chiara is primarily a girl name. Clare is primarily a girl name.

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