Clara is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #12560 in 2016 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2011 with 7 births ranking #9812. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 379,442 boys born was named Clara. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Clara is a luminous classic meaning clear or bright. It feels graceful, refined, and gently old-fashioned in the best way.
The name has been used across Europe for centuries and has returned strongly as softer vintage girls' names came back into favour. Its enduring beauty lies in simplicity and lightness.