Clarance Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Clarance originates from Latin, meaning bright or clear. Its language path includes variations like Clarentius and Clarence. The name is considered vintage today and has a charming appeal, though it is not widely used. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Clarance is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Clarance has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Clarance' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 651st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 746th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1250th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2777th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6617th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17464th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Clarance' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clarance"
Pronunciation
/ˈklɛr.əns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Clarance is derived from the Latin word 'clarus,' meaning 'clear' or 'bright.' It has been adapted into various forms over the centuries.
Meaning
bright, clear
Language Evolution
Clarentius, Clarance, Clarence
Historical Usage
Clarance gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of the more common name Clarence.
Variants & Derivatives
Clarence, Clare, Clara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Clarance is seen as somewhat vintage and less common, often associated with a classic or old-fashioned charm.
Famous People
Clarance D. Smith, an American politician, Clarance D. Stowers, an American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clarance"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Clarance"
"Clarance" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 651st of 7545 | 1,508 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 746th of 6773 | 1,279 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1250th of 7552 | 719 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2777th of 10718 | 206 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6617th of 16616 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17464th of 24088 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Clarance" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
60.03% 850th/1416 |
76.21% 1051st/1379 |
22.15% 524th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
71.21% 1108th/1556 |
23.54% 554th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
36.98% 1055th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Clarance" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Clarance"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clarance" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.