Clair vs Philmore

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
Philmore Rank #28,426

Clair is more popular, ranked #4659 vs #28426 for Philmore.

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

Philmore ___

  • Philmore James
  • Philmore Edward
  • Philmore Thomas
  • Philmore Henry
  • Philmore Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clair

Drew Grace Blanche Hugh Elise

If you choose Philmore

Elmore Wilbur Harriet Mildred Chester

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clair or Philmore more popular?

Clair is more popular, ranked #4659 compared to Philmore at #28426 in the United States.

What do Clair and Philmore mean?

Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin). Philmore means "lover of the moor, dweller of the fens" (Old English origin).

Are Clair and Philmore boy or girl names?

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

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