Clarice Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationklah-REES / kləˈriːsLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: bright; French: clear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Clarice is derived from the Latin name 'Clara', meaning bright or clear. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name has been used in various literary works, contributing to its cultural significance. Although traditionally feminine, it has been adopted for boys in some contexts.
Trend Summary
Clarice has seen limited use as a boy's name and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clarisse
- Clara
International Variants
- Clara (Spanish)
- Clarisse (French)
- Klara (German)
Famous people named Clarice
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clarice was first seen in the United States in 1911. Clarice has ranked as high as #877 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Clarice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clarice
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |