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Clare

/klehr/
English Unisex

Clare is a English name meaning "Clear; bright; f...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh, BE. The etymology is complex and debated. Some suggest a link to the Latin word "clarus" meaning "clear, bright, famous," while others propose Germanic origins, potentially related to elements signifying "bright" or "famous."

Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic klehr
IPA klɛɹ

Say it as klehr. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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