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Clair
UnisexMeaning of Clair: French: 'clear, bright, or famous'
Clair is a unisex name most strongly associated with French naming. It has 5 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 3656th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3656
29 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
16,351
First recorded 1880 · peak 1923
Trend
falling
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
74% boys · 26% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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