Claira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLARE-uh / /ˈklɛə.rə/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: clear; French: bright
Historical & Cultural Background
Claira is derived from the Latin name 'Clara', which means 'clear' or 'bright'. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. It has gained popularity in modern times as a variant of Clara, often appealing to parents seeking a unique yet classic name for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Claira has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clara
- Claire
International Variants
- Clara (Spanish)
- Claire (French)
- Chiara (Italian)
Famous people named Claira
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Fictional characters named Claira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Claira was first seen in the United States in 1927. Claira has ranked as high as #1246 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Indiana, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Claira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Claira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 42 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 50 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 47 |
| 2006 | 73 |
| 2007 | 78 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 102 |
| 2010 | 122 |
| 2011 | 125 |
| 2012 | 126 |
| 2013 | 133 |
| 2014 | 149 |
| 2015 | 138 |
| 2016 | 131 |
| 2017 | 127 |
| 2018 | 136 |
| 2019 | 112 |
| 2020 | 116 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 102 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 116 |