Clarice vs Nyx

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Clarice Rank #2,809
Nyx Rank #2,712

Nyx is more popular, ranked #2712 vs #2809 for Clarice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarice ___

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

Nyx ___

  • Nyx Aurora
  • Nyx Celeste
  • Nyx Luna
  • Nyx Soleil
  • Nyx Vivienne
  • Nyx Elara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clarice

Edmund Frances Theodore Vivienne Oliver

If you choose Nyx

Zephyr Orion Lyra Calyx Selene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarice or Nyx more popular?

Nyx is more popular, ranked #2712 compared to Clarice at #2809 in the United States.

What do Clarice and Nyx mean?

Clarice means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Nyx means "night, darkness" (Greek origin).

Are Clarice and Nyx boy or girl names?

Clarice is primarily a girl name. Nyx is primarily a girl name.

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