Claire Hauer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Hauer — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Hauer 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 Hauer: Brett Hauer (born 1971), American ice hockey player Elena Hauer (born 1986), German footballer Erwin Hauer (1926-2017), Austrian-born American sculptor Franz Ritter von Hauer (1822–1899), Austrian geologist Jakob Wilhelm Hauer (1881–1962), founder of the German Faith Movement Jerome Hauer, American politician and businessman Joachim Hauer (born 1991), Norwegian ski jumper Josef Matthias Hauer (1883–1959), Austrian composer and music theorist Karen Hauer (born 1982), Venezuelan dancer Matthias Hauer (born 1977), German politician Moshe Hauer (d. 2025), American rabbi Rutger Hauer (1944–2019), D. 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: Hauer

English

Brett Hauer (born 1971), American ice hockey player Elena Hauer (born 1986), German footballer Erwin Hauer (1926-2017), Austrian-born American sculptor Franz Ritter von Hauer (1822–1899), Austrian geologist Jakob Wilhelm Hauer (1881–1962), founder of the German Faith Movement Jerome Hauer, American politician and businessman Joachim Hauer (born 1991), Norwegian ski jumper Josef Matthias Hauer (1883–1959), Austrian composer and music theorist Karen Hauer (born 1982), Venezuelan dancer Matthias Hauer (born 1977), German politician Moshe Hauer (d. 2025), American rabbi Rutger Hauer (1944–2019), D.

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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 Hauer

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 Hauer:

11
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Hauer?
The surname Hauer originates from English. Brett Hauer (born 1971), American ice hockey player Elena Hauer (born 1986), German footballer Erwin Hauer (1926-2017), Austrian-born American sculptor Franz Ritter von Hauer (1822–1899), Austrian geologist Jakob Wilhelm Hauer (1881–1962), founder of the German Faith Movement Jerome Hauer, American politician and businessman Joachim Hauer (born 1991), Norwegian ski jumper Josef Matthias Hauer (1883–1959), Austrian composer and music theorist Karen Hauer (born 1982), Venezuelan dancer Matthias Hauer (born 1977), German politician Moshe Hauer (d. 2025), American rabbi Rutger Hauer (1944–2019), D.
What are the origins of the name Claire Hauer?
The name Claire Hauer combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Hauer originates from English.
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