Claire Maxfield

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Maxfield — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Maxfield 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 Maxfield: Surname: Frederick R. Maxfield, American biochemist Ian Maxfield (born 1959), Australian politician Jim Maxfield (1893–1953), Australian rules footballer Margaret Maxfield (1926–2016), American mathematician Max Maxfield (born 1945), American politician Michael Maxfield (born 1961), American local celebrity Mike Maxfield (born 1944), English songwriter and guitarist Richard Maxfield (1927–1969), American composer Robert "Bob" Maxfield (1941-2024), American businessman and engineer Stuart Maxfield (born 1972), Australian rules footballer Thomas Maxfield (c. 1590–1616), English Roman Catholic pr. 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: Maxfield

English

Surname: Frederick R. Maxfield, American biochemist Ian Maxfield (born 1959), Australian politician Jim Maxfield (1893–1953), Australian rules footballer Margaret Maxfield (1926–2016), American mathematician Max Maxfield (born 1945), American politician Michael Maxfield (born 1961), American local celebrity Mike Maxfield (born 1944), English songwriter and guitarist Richard Maxfield (1927–1969), American composer Robert "Bob" Maxfield (1941-2024), American businessman and engineer Stuart Maxfield (born 1972), Australian rules footballer Thomas Maxfield (c. 1590–1616), English Roman Catholic pr.

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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 Maxfield

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 Maxfield:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Maxfield?
The surname Maxfield originates from English. Surname: Frederick R. Maxfield, American biochemist Ian Maxfield (born 1959), Australian politician Jim Maxfield (1893–1953), Australian rules footballer Margaret Maxfield (1926–2016), American mathematician Max Maxfield (born 1945), American politician Michael Maxfield (born 1961), American local celebrity Mike Maxfield (born 1944), English songwriter and guitarist Richard Maxfield (1927–1969), American composer Robert "Bob" Maxfield (1941-2024), American businessman and engineer Stuart Maxfield (born 1972), Australian rules footballer Thomas Maxfield (c. 1590–1616), English Roman Catholic pr.
What are the origins of the name Claire Maxfield?
The name Claire Maxfield combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Maxfield originates from English.
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