Clare

Clare is regarded as the English variant of Clara and Klara. In German, this first name translates to 'the Bright', 'the Shining', 'the Clear', and 'the Respected'.

What does the name Clare mean?

Clare is regarded as the English form of Clara and Klara. The English translation of the name includes terms like 'the Bright', 'the Shining', 'the Clear', and 'the Respected'. The roots of the name trace back to the ancient Roman name Clarus, which derives from the Latin clārus and encompasses meanings such as 'clear', 'bright', 'radiant', 'shining', 'distinct', 'famous', 'upright', and 'respected'. A notable figure who bore this name is Saint Clare of Montefalco, also known as Chiara da Montefalco, who lived as an Augustinian and abbess. Before her nun's ordination, she belonged to the Third Order of Saint Francis. Other variants of the name include Klaara, Kläre, Cläre, Clarie, Clari, Clarelia, Clair, Claire, Clairece, Clairy, and Clary.

Where does the name Clare come from?

The name Clare has its roots in Latin and means 'the Bright' or 'the Shining'. The Latin

How do you pronounce Clare?

The sound and pronunciation of Clare convey a clear and focused impression. Typically, the name is pronounced as 'Klär' [klɛːʁ]. It begins with a dense consonant cluster that immediately creates a presence. The elongated vowel provides a calm extension before the name ends in a controlled manner. Overall, it creates a concentrated impression - short, clear, and with a calm depth of sound.

When is the name day of Clare?

The name day of Clare is celebrated on August 11 and August 17.

Popularity

Clare is a rare first name in Germany. In 2017, it ranked 3,952nd in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2013 with 2,584th place. Over the last ten years, Clare has been chosen as a first name around 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,917th.

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