How popular is the name Clare in 2025?

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

When was the name Clare most popular?

Clare peaked in 1893, reaching #459 among US boy names.

Clare will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Clare entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #459 in 1893, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#459

peak (1893)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Clare are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Clare alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Clare in 2025?: Clare is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Clare most popular?: Clare peaked in 1893, reaching #459 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Clare with classmates?: Clare will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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