Klara Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KLAH-rah //ˈklɑːrə//
Origin: Latin; German; Slavic
Meaning: Latin: clear; German: bright; Slavic: famous
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Klara has its roots in the Latin name "Clara," which means "clear," "bright," or "famous." The Latin "Clara" is derived from the verb "clarus," which carries similar meanings of brightness and clarity. The name transitioned into various forms across different languages, including the Old French "Clare" and the Italian "Chiara," before making its way into Germanic languages as Klara.
This evolution reflects the name's enduring association with light and purity, which has contributed to its appeal in various cultures. Historically, the name Klara has been borne by notable figures, including Saint Clara of Assisi, who founded the Order of Poor Ladies in the 13th century.
Her influence was significant in the establishment of monastic life for women in the Christian tradition, and she was canonized in 1255. The name also appears in literary works, such as in the character Clara in the 19th-century novel "The Nutcracker" by E.T.A.
Hoffmann, which has been adapted into various ballets and operas, further embedding the name in cultural memory. Culturally, the name Klara has been associated with ideals of clarity, virtue, and enlightenment, resonating with the attributes of brightness and fame inherent in its etymology.
The name has also seen variations and diminutives, such as "Klara" in Scandinavian languages and "Clara" in English and Romance languages, which maintain the original's connotations. This linguistic and cultural journey highlights Klara's significance across different eras and societies, symbolizing a timeless connection to light and virtue.
Famous people named Klara
In this section, you will find notable people named Klara. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Klara who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Klara who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Klara K is a model best known for her work in fashion campaigns and magazines.
Klara Smetanova is a singer best known for her participation in various music competitions and performances.
Klara M is a musician best known for her contributions to the indie music scene.
Fictional characters named Klara
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Klara is a fictional character from the novel Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro. She is an Artificial Friend who observes human behavior and emotions while longing for a deeper connection with her owner.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Klara was first seen in the United States in 1884.
Klara has ranked as high as #2660 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Texas, and Washington.
In the past 5 years the name Klara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Klara is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Klara was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Klara.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 112 | 112 |
| 2024 | 109 | 109 |
| 2023 | 110 | 110 |
| 2022 | 136 | 136 |
| 2021 | 106 | 106 |
| 2020 | 114 | 114 |
| 2019 | 152 | 152 |
| 2018 | 130 | 130 |
| 2017 | 113 | 113 |
| 2016 | 127 | 127 |
| 2015 | 113 | 113 |
| 2014 | 112 | 112 |
| 2013 | 115 | 115 |
| 2012 | 101 | 101 |
| 2011 | 104 | 104 |
| 2010 | 96 | 96 |
| 2009 | 76 | 76 |
| 2008 | 88 | 88 |
| 2007 | 80 | 80 |
| 2006 | 67 | 67 |
| 2005 | 69 | 69 |
| 2004 | 63 | 63 |
| 2003 | 59 | 59 |
| 2002 | 54 | 54 |
| 2001 | 47 | 47 |
| 2000 | 44 | 44 |
| 1999 | 35 | 35 |
| 1998 | 36 | 36 |
| 1997 | 22 | 22 |
| 1996 | 24 | 24 |
| 1995 | 25 | 25 |
| 1994 | 24 | 24 |
| 1993 | 21 | 21 |
| 1992 | 16 | 16 |
| 1991 | 24 | 24 |
| 1990 | 19 | 19 |
| 1989 | 12 | 12 |
| 1988 | 18 | 18 |
| 1987 | 9 | 9 |
| 1986 | 12 | 12 |
| 1985 | 15 | 15 |
| 1984 | 10 | 10 |
| 1983 | 13 | 13 |
| 1982 | 6 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 |
| 1924 | 9 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 | 8 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 10 | 10 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 |
| 1919 | 10 | 10 |
| 1917 | 9 | 9 |
| 1916 | 8 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
| 1914 | 6 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 | 7 |
| 1884 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Klara (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 9 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |