Clair Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationklair / klɛrFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: clear; Latin: bright, clear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Clair has roots in both French and Latin. In French, it is derived from the word 'clair,' meaning clear or bright. The Latin origin relates to clarity and brightness, often associated with light. The name has been used historically in various cultures, although it is more commonly recognized as a feminine name. Its use for boys is less common but has been noted in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Clair has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable preference for its feminine variants.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clare
- Claire
International Variants
- Clair (French)
- Clare (English)
- Clara (Spanish)
Famous people named Clair
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Fictional characters named Clair
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clair was first seen in the United States in 1880. Clair has ranked as high as #575 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Clair has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clair (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 9 |
| 1882 | 15 |
| 1883 | 15 |
| 1884 | 13 |
| 1885 | 14 |
| 1886 | 20 |
| 1887 | 12 |
| 1888 | 26 |
| 1889 | 20 |
| 1890 | 20 |
| 1891 | 32 |
| 1892 | 28 |
| 1893 | 25 |
| 1894 | 32 |
| 1895 | 31 |
| 1896 | 33 |
| 1897 | 27 |
| 1898 | 37 |
| 1899 | 30 |
| 1900 | 39 |
| 1901 | 21 |
| 1902 | 37 |
| 1903 | 33 |
| 1904 | 42 |
| 1905 | 43 |
| 1906 | 40 |
| 1907 | 50 |
| 1908 | 53 |
| 1909 | 39 |
| 1910 | 35 |
| 1911 | 70 |
| 1912 | 136 |
| 1913 | 191 |
| 1914 | 204 |
| 1915 | 297 |
| 1916 | 301 |
| 1917 | 314 |
| 1918 | 325 |
| 1919 | 339 |
| 1920 | 339 |
| 1921 | 321 |
| 1922 | 320 |
| 1923 | 356 |
| 1924 | 327 |
| 1925 | 310 |
| 1926 | 337 |
| 1927 | 288 |
| 1928 | 286 |
| 1929 | 285 |
| 1930 | 314 |
| 1931 | 254 |
| 1932 | 238 |
| 1933 | 248 |
| 1934 | 238 |
| 1935 | 217 |
| 1936 | 227 |
| 1937 | 198 |
| 1938 | 177 |
| 1939 | 208 |
| 1940 | 175 |
| 1941 | 165 |
| 1942 | 180 |
| 1943 | 165 |
| 1944 | 159 |
| 1945 | 132 |
| 1946 | 143 |
| 1947 | 158 |
| 1948 | 148 |
| 1949 | 116 |
| 1950 | 113 |
| 1951 | 136 |
| 1952 | 131 |
| 1953 | 126 |
| 1954 | 105 |
| 1955 | 99 |
| 1956 | 115 |
| 1957 | 80 |
| 1958 | 84 |
| 1959 | 72 |
| 1960 | 67 |
| 1961 | 75 |
| 1962 | 63 |
| 1963 | 69 |
| 1964 | 52 |
| 1965 | 57 |
| 1966 | 41 |
| 1967 | 34 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 31 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |