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Origin and Meaning of the Name Clare

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Gender:

Girl


Origin:	Latin


Meaning:	Clear; bright; famous


Pronunciation:	(KLARE) [Guide]

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Places Names, Saints Names, English Names

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English speaking countries

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From the Latin 'clarus' (bright, clear distinguished).

Clare is a county in south-west Ireland. Saint Clare of Assisi was a follower of St Francis. She formed the Poor Clares order.

Clare Short and Clare Martin are politicians, Clare Balding is a British sports presenter.