Clara

Meaning

Bright

Clear

In its source language, Clara means “Bright; clear”. It has English roots and a long history of use in Christian families.

Name Details

Gender

Girl

Origin

English

Language

English

Religion / Tradition

Christian

Popularity

Uncommon

Traditional Naming by Birth Nakshatra

Optional

For families who follow traditional Vedic naming practices, your baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada can be calculated from birth details and used to suggest traditional starting sounds for names.

1. Birth Details

Date, Time, Place

2. Janma Rashi

Nakshatra · Pada

3. Traditional

Naming Sound

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Quick Facts

Meaning Bright

Gender Girl

Origin English

Language English

Religion / Tradition Christian

Popularity Uncommon

Questions About Clara

What does the name Clara mean?

In its source language, Clara means “Bright; clear”. It has English roots and a long history of use in Christian families.

Is Clara a boy’s or girl’s name?

Clara is listed on TotsName as a girl’s name, most often given in Christian families.

What is the origin of Clara?

Clara is English in origin.

How popular is Clara?

Clara carries a uncommon rating on TotsName and begins with c.

Can Clara determine a baby’s Rashi or Nakshatra?

No. A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

Important to Know

A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

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