Claire Cepeda

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Cepeda — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Cepeda 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 Cepeda: Amaranta Osorio Cepeda (born 1978), Mexican playwright, actress and arts manager Andrés Cepeda (born 1973), Colombian singer Angie Cepeda (born 1974), Colombian actress Arturo Cepeda (born 1969), Mexican-American Catholic prelate Bonny Cepeda (born 1954), Dominican Republic musician Boris Cepeda (born 1974), German-Ecuadorian Pianist and Diplomat Christian Cepeda (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Cláudia Cepeda (born 1967), Brazilian actress Diego Ramirez de Cepeda (died 1629), Peruvian Roman Catholic prelate Dolores Cepeda (1965–1977), American girl strangled and raped by the Hil. 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: Cepeda

Spanish

Amaranta Osorio Cepeda (born 1978), Mexican playwright, actress and arts manager Andrés Cepeda (born 1973), Colombian singer Angie Cepeda (born 1974), Colombian actress Arturo Cepeda (born 1969), Mexican-American Catholic prelate Bonny Cepeda (born 1954), Dominican Republic musician Boris Cepeda (born 1974), German-Ecuadorian Pianist and Diplomat Christian Cepeda (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Cláudia Cepeda (born 1967), Brazilian actress Diego Ramirez de Cepeda (died 1629), Peruvian Roman Catholic prelate Dolores Cepeda (1965–1977), American girl strangled and raped by the Hil.

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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 Cepeda

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 Cepeda:

1
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Cepeda?
The surname Cepeda originates from Spanish. Amaranta Osorio Cepeda (born 1978), Mexican playwright, actress and arts manager Andrés Cepeda (born 1973), Colombian singer Angie Cepeda (born 1974), Colombian actress Arturo Cepeda (born 1969), Mexican-American Catholic prelate Bonny Cepeda (born 1954), Dominican Republic musician Boris Cepeda (born 1974), German-Ecuadorian Pianist and Diplomat Christian Cepeda (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Cláudia Cepeda (born 1967), Brazilian actress Diego Ramirez de Cepeda (died 1629), Peruvian Roman Catholic prelate Dolores Cepeda (1965–1977), American girl strangled and raped by the Hil.
What are the origins of the name Claire Cepeda?
The name Claire Cepeda combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Cepeda originates from Spanish.
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