Claribel Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLAIR-ih-bel / /ˈklær.ɪ.bɛl/Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: bright; Spanish: clear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Claribel has roots in Latin, derived from 'clarus' meaning bright or clear. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with beauty and clarity, reflecting its etymological roots.
Trend Summary
Claribel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Claribelle
- Clara
International Variants
- Claribel (Spanish)
- Clara (Italian)
- Clarisse (French)
Famous people named Claribel
Claribel Alegría was a notable Nicaraguan author known for her contributions to literature.
Claribel Cone was an American art collector and philanthropist, recognized for her support of the arts.
Fictional characters named Claribel
Claribel is a character in the play 'The Tempest' by William Shakespeare, known for her role in the narrative.
Claribel is featured in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents' as a character who interacts with the main cast.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Claribel was first seen in the United States in 1881. Claribel has ranked as high as #1005 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Claribel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Claribel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 9 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 20 |
| 1894 | 14 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 16 |
| 1899 | 18 |
| 1900 | 14 |
| 1901 | 16 |
| 1902 | 14 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 16 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 23 |
| 1908 | 24 |
| 1909 | 23 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 15 |
| 1912 | 30 |
| 1913 | 37 |
| 1914 | 39 |
| 1915 | 41 |
| 1916 | 52 |
| 1917 | 56 |
| 1918 | 48 |
| 1919 | 38 |
| 1920 | 41 |
| 1921 | 51 |
| 1922 | 43 |
| 1923 | 35 |
| 1924 | 45 |
| 1925 | 27 |
| 1926 | 32 |
| 1927 | 44 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 117 |
| 1985 | 61 |
| 1986 | 50 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 71 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 56 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 14 |