Claire Burrow

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Burrow — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Burrow is a name that combines French origins. The first name Claire is a feminine given name of French origin. Claire or Clair is a given name of French origin. The word means clear in French in its feminine form. Its popularity in the United Kingdom peaked during the 1970s and 1980s; in 1974 it was the second most popular female first name and in 1984 was still sixth, but by 1997 it had fallen out of the top 100 after several years of sharply declining popularity. The name was traditionally considered male, specifically when spelt Clair; however in the early 20th century it became more commonly used as a female name and is usually spelt Claire. The surname Burrow: Andrew Burrow (born 1963), South African tennis player Bob Burrow (1934–2019), American basketball player Curtis Burrow, American football player Edward Burrow (priest) (1785–1861), English divine James Burrow (1701–1782), English legal reporter Jim Burrow (born 1953), American football player and coach Joe Burrow (born 1996), son of Jim; American football quarterback Jordan Burrow (born 1992), English footballer J. W. Claire is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 95K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Claire reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Claire

Meaning: clear, bright

French

Claire or Clair is a given name of French origin. The word means clear in French in its feminine form. Its popularity in the United Kingdom peaked during the 1970s and 1980s; in 1974 it was the second most popular female first name and in 1984 was still sixth, but by 1997 it had fallen out of the top 100 after several years of sharply declining popularity. The name was traditionally considered male, specifically when spelt Clair; however in the early 20th century it became more commonly used as a female name and is usually spelt Claire.

Surname: Burrow

English

Andrew Burrow (born 1963), South African tennis player Bob Burrow (1934–2019), American basketball player Curtis Burrow, American football player Edward Burrow (priest) (1785–1861), English divine James Burrow (1701–1782), English legal reporter Jim Burrow (born 1953), American football player and coach Joe Burrow (born 1996), son of Jim; American football quarterback Jordan Burrow (born 1992), English footballer J. W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Claire is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Claire by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Claire Burrow

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Claire Burrow:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Claire?
The first name Claire originates from French. Claire or Clair is a given name of French origin. The word means clear in French in its feminine form. Its popularity in the United Kingdom peaked during the 1970s and 1980s; in 1974 it was the second most popular female first name and in 1984 was still sixth, but by 1997 it had fallen out of the top 100 after several years of sharply declining popularity. The name was traditionally considered male, specifically when spelt Clair; however in the early 20th century it became more commonly used as a female name and is usually spelt Claire.
When was Claire most popular?
The name Claire reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Burrow?
The surname Burrow originates from English. Andrew Burrow (born 1963), South African tennis player Bob Burrow (1934–2019), American basketball player Curtis Burrow, American football player Edward Burrow (priest) (1785–1861), English divine James Burrow (1701–1782), English legal reporter Jim Burrow (born 1953), American football player and coach Joe Burrow (born 1996), son of Jim; American football quarterback Jordan Burrow (born 1992), English footballer J. W.
What are the origins of the name Claire Burrow?
The name Claire Burrow combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Burrow originates from English.
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