Clair vs Liam

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

Clair Rank #4,659
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4659 for Clair.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clair ___

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

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clair

Drew Grace Blanche Hugh Elise

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clair or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Clair at #4659 in the United States.

What do Clair and Liam mean?

Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Clair and Liam boy or girl names?

Clair is primarily a girl name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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