Clara
Meaning: Clear, bright, famous
Origin: Latin clara — feminine of clarus (clear, bright, illustrious)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #153
Total births: 2,712
History: Clara is entwined with the Irish love of gardening and the natural world. From the demesnes of Powerscourt to cottage borders in Kerry, the name evokes growth and colour. It blooms afresh in every generation of Irish families.
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| Current rank (2025) | #73 |
| Babies named Clara in 2025 | 70 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 2,712 |
| Peak year | 2013 (103 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #59 |
| Years in records | 1964–2025 (61 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 13 spots |
Frequently asked about Clara
What does the name Clara mean?
Clara means “Clear, bright, famous” from Latin clara — feminine of clarus (clear, bright, illustrious) roots.
What is the origin of the name Clara?
Clara has Latin clara — feminine of clarus (clear, bright, illustrious) origin. The traditional meaning is “Clear, bright, famous”.
How popular is Clara in Ireland?
Clara ranked #73 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 70 babies that year.
When was Clara most popular?
Clara peaked in 2013 with 103 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Clara a boy or girl name?
Clara is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Claras in registered births are female.
Is the name Clara rising or falling in popularity?
Clara has fallen 13 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #60 in 2020 to #73 in 2025.
How long has Clara been recorded in Ireland?
Clara appears in birth records in Ireland across 61 years — from 1964 through 2025.