Clare
girl name#924 in 2025Clare entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #320 in 1884, ranks #924 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#924
rank today
#320
peak (1884)
283
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #391 |
| 1890s | #418 |
| 1900s | #430 |
| 1910s | #434 |
| 1920s | #446 |
| 1930s | #484 |
| 1940s | #522 |
| 1950s | #531 |
| 1960s | #709 |
| 1970s | #1130 |
| 1980s | #836 |
| 1990s | #595 |
| 2000s | #633 |
| 2010s | #742 |
| 2020s | #923 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clare has been most popular in CA, NY, IL.
Living bearers
About 23,000 people named Clare are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clare alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clare in 2025?
- Clare ranks #924 among US girl names in 2025, with 283 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clare most popular?
- Clare peaked in 1884, reaching #320 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Clare with classmates?
- Clare will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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