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The name Claire originates from the Latin word 'clarus', meaning 'clear' or 'bright', and has evolved through various forms in French. It conveys traits of brightness and clarity. The name does not have a biblical background. Claire gained popularity in the 19th century and is now perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, with several notable figures bearing it.

The name Claire is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Claire has been stalled for male in MidWest, too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Claire' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 838th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1094th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2294th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6703rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7112th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13297th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 189th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 176th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 274th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 483rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 189th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 78th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 51st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Claire' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.