Chiara Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkee-AH-rah / /kiˈaːra/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: clear; Latin: bright, famous
Historical & Cultural Background
Chiara is an Italian name derived from the Latin name Clara. It has been popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. The name is associated with Saint Clare of Assisi, a prominent figure in the Franciscan tradition. Chiara has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the 20th and 21st centuries.
Trend Summary
Chiara has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiara
- Kira
International Variants
- Clara (Spanish)
- Chiara (Italian)
- Klara (German)
- Clea (Greek)
Famous people named Chiara
Chiara Ferragni is an Italian fashion blogger and entrepreneur known for her influential fashion brand.
Chiara Mastroianni is a French actress recognized for her roles in various acclaimed films.
Chiara Lubich was an Italian founder of the Focolare Movement, promoting unity and peace.
Chiara Nasti is an Italian influencer and social media personality known for her lifestyle content.
Fictional characters named Chiara
Chiara is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed II', known for her role in the storyline.
Chiara is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chiara was first seen in the United States in 1951. Chiara has ranked as high as #1141 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Chiara has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chiara (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 36 | |
| NY | 28 | |
| CA | 23 | |
| NJ | 18 | |
| PA | 12 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| VA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| CT | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 45 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 49 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 62 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1993 | 59 |
| 1994 | 74 |
| 1995 | 105 |
| 1996 | 98 |
| 1997 | 100 |
| 1998 | 93 |
| 1999 | 122 |
| 2000 | 120 |
| 2001 | 139 |
| 2002 | 203 |
| 2003 | 186 |
| 2004 | 202 |
| 2005 | 183 |
| 2006 | 173 |
| 2007 | 177 |
| 2008 | 155 |
| 2009 | 183 |
| 2010 | 145 |
| 2011 | 134 |
| 2012 | 111 |
| 2013 | 143 |
| 2014 | 131 |
| 2015 | 111 |
| 2016 | 134 |
| 2017 | 137 |
| 2018 | 161 |
| 2019 | 152 |
| 2020 | 166 |
| 2021 | 206 |
| 2022 | 182 |
| 2023 | 202 |
| 2024 | 219 |