Claire Deane

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Deane — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Deane 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 Deane: Surname Basil Deane (1928–2006), musicologist and academic Brian Deane (born 1968), English footballer Charlotte Deane (born 1975), British scientist Col Deane (1900–1952), Australian footballer Disque Deane (1921–2010), American financier and investor Edna Deane (1905–1995), English ballroom dancer, choreographer and author Frederic Deane (1868–1952), bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney Gilbert A. Deane (1851–1891), New York politician Harold Arthur Deane (1854–1908), administrator in British India Helen Wendler Deane (1917–1966), American histophysiologist J. A. 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: Deane

English

Surname Basil Deane (1928–2006), musicologist and academic Brian Deane (born 1968), English footballer Charlotte Deane (born 1975), British scientist Col Deane (1900–1952), Australian footballer Disque Deane (1921–2010), American financier and investor Edna Deane (1905–1995), English ballroom dancer, choreographer and author Frederic Deane (1868–1952), bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney Gilbert A. Deane (1851–1891), New York politician Harold Arthur Deane (1854–1908), administrator in British India Helen Wendler Deane (1917–1966), American histophysiologist J. A.

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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 Deane

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 Deane:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Deane?
The surname Deane originates from English. Surname Basil Deane (1928–2006), musicologist and academic Brian Deane (born 1968), English footballer Charlotte Deane (born 1975), British scientist Col Deane (1900–1952), Australian footballer Disque Deane (1921–2010), American financier and investor Edna Deane (1905–1995), English ballroom dancer, choreographer and author Frederic Deane (1868–1952), bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney Gilbert A. Deane (1851–1891), New York politician Harold Arthur Deane (1854–1908), administrator in British India Helen Wendler Deane (1917–1966), American histophysiologist J. A.
What are the origins of the name Claire Deane?
The name Claire Deane combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Deane originates from English.
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