What Does the Name Clara Mean
The name Clara comes from Italian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Clara below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Clara Name Meaning
Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, Romanian, English, Swedish, Danish, Late RomanFeminine form of the Late Latin name Clarus which meant "clear, bright, famous". The name Clarus was borne by a few early...
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What does the name Clara mean?
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