Clare

Female

Meaning

Illustrious, Enlightened

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/kleər/

Traits associated with the name Clare:

Dogs named Clare tend to be loving, good-natured, and loyal. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Clare?

Naming your dog Clare suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the Irish culture or have a connection to the name Clare.

Is Clare a good dog name?

Clare is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Clare isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,520
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Clare is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Clare was, in the past month, the 4909th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Clare is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Clare was viewed 73 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Clare's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Clare is most adored in Louisiana, Virginia and New York.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Colorado and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Clare.

Most popular breeds named Clare:

  1. Cairn Terrier
  2. Jack Russell Terrier
  3. Miniature Schnauzer
  4. Golden Retriever

Clare is found in these categories:

irish dog names
irish

Derived from Irish word "Clár", meaning a flat, level plain.

Dog names like Clare:

Illustrious, Enlightened
Of Unknown Meaning
Cai
Female
He will enlarge
Loved one, beloved.
Dear One, Beloved
Clare dog name meaning

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