Clare vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clare

Girl #950 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#950
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Clary

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clare Rank #950
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #950 for Clare.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clare ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clare

Margaret Eleanor Thomas Henry Cecily

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clare or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clare at #950 in the United States.

What do Clare and Theodore mean?

Clare means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clare and Theodore boy or girl names?

Clare is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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