Clora vs Dean

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clora

Girl #71,328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"blooming, fresh, green"

Origin: Greek/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#71,328
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Clo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Clora Rank #71,328
Dean Rank #142

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #71328 for Clora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clora ___

  • Clora Rose
  • Clora Jane
  • Clora Mae
  • Clora Belle
  • Clora Grace
  • Clora Anne

Dean ___

  • Dean Thomas
  • Dean Michael
  • Dean Robert
  • Dean Edward
  • Dean William
  • Dean James

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clora

Orrin Theron Mabel Rosie Jasper

If you choose Dean

Cole Blake Brooke Tara Miles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clora or Dean more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Clora at #71328 in the United States.

What do Clora and Dean mean?

Clora means "blooming, fresh, green" (Greek/Latin origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Clora and Dean boy or girl names?

Clora is primarily a girl name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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