Clair
Clair: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Clair
- A female given name from French.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
A less common spelling of Claire.
How popular is Clair?
Since 1880, 4,310 girls and 12,041 boys in the U.S. have been named Clair (26% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #845 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #288 in 1913. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Clair
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Clair
Sister and brother names that share Clair's French roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Clair FAQ
What does the name Clair mean?
A female given name from French. A male given name transferred from the surname. A less common spelling of Claire.
What is the origin of the name Clair?
Clair is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Clair?
Since 1880, 4,310 girls and 12,041 boys in the U.S. have been named Clair (26% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #845 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #288 in 1913. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Clair a boy or girl name?
Clair is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,310 girls and 12,041 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.