Girl · 7071st of 27,321
Clarie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
778
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1987
Peak Popularity Year
19
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Clarie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Clarie originates from the Latin name Clara, meaning bright or clear. It has evolved through historical forms like Clara and Clary. The name is associated with traits of brightness and clarity, though it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as elegant and modern.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈklɛəri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Clarie is derived from the Latin name 'Clara', which means 'clear' or 'bright'.
Meaning
clear, bright
Language Evolution
Clara, Clarie, Clary
Historical Usage
Clarie gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form of Clara, reflecting a trend towards softer and more delicate names.
Variants & Derivatives
Clara, Clary, Clare
Modern Popularity & Image
Clarie is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and brightness.
Famous People
Clarie D. McCarthy, an American author, Clarie Lejeune, a French artist
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2901st of 9107 | 173 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3060th of 9204 | 160 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5495th of 12526 | 94 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12822nd of 19264 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7071st of 27321 | 167 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12802nd of 35406 | 105 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14808th of 30306 | 56 |