How popular is the name Clara in 2025?

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

When was the name Clara most popular?

Clara peaked in 1886, reaching #470 among US boy names.

Clara will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Clara entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #470 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#470

peak (1886)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Clara are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Clara alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Clara in 2025?: Clara is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Clara most popular?: Clara peaked in 1886, reaching #470 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Clara with classmates?: Clara will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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