How popular is the name Clair in 2025?

Clair is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Clair most popular?

Clair peaked in 1913, reaching #288 among US boy names.

Clair will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Clair entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #288 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#288

peak (1913)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,700 people named Clair are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Clair alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Clair in 2025?: Clair is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Clair most popular?: Clair peaked in 1913, reaching #288 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Clair with classmates?: Clair will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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