Claire Rex

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Claire Rex — clear, bright
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Claire Rex 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 Rex: Rex (title) (Latin: king, ruler, monarch), a royal title King of Rome (Latin: Rex Romae), chief magistrate of the Roman Kingdom Rex (search and rescue dog), a dog that received a 1945 Dickin Medal for bravery Tyrannosaurus rex, a large predatory cretaceous dinosaur Rex (horse) or Rex the Wonder Horse, star of 15 Hollywood motion pictures Rex mutation, a type of mutation affecting the fur of the rex rabbit One of at least three types of rabbit fur collectively known as "rex fur" A category of domestic cat breeds, such as the Devon Rex REX prefix, used by the x86-64 instruction encoding Rexx (or. 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: Rex

Latin

Rex (title) (Latin: king, ruler, monarch), a royal title King of Rome (Latin: Rex Romae), chief magistrate of the Roman Kingdom Rex (search and rescue dog), a dog that received a 1945 Dickin Medal for bravery Tyrannosaurus rex, a large predatory cretaceous dinosaur Rex (horse) or Rex the Wonder Horse, star of 15 Hollywood motion pictures Rex mutation, a type of mutation affecting the fur of the rex rabbit One of at least three types of rabbit fur collectively known as "rex fur" A category of domestic cat breeds, such as the Devon Rex REX prefix, used by the x86-64 instruction encoding Rexx (or.

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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 Rex

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 Rex:

5
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Rex?
The surname Rex originates from Latin. Rex (title) (Latin: king, ruler, monarch), a royal title King of Rome (Latin: Rex Romae), chief magistrate of the Roman Kingdom Rex (search and rescue dog), a dog that received a 1945 Dickin Medal for bravery Tyrannosaurus rex, a large predatory cretaceous dinosaur Rex (horse) or Rex the Wonder Horse, star of 15 Hollywood motion pictures Rex mutation, a type of mutation affecting the fur of the rex rabbit One of at least three types of rabbit fur collectively known as "rex fur" A category of domestic cat breeds, such as the Devon Rex REX prefix, used by the x86-64 instruction encoding Rexx (or.
What are the origins of the name Claire Rex?
The name Claire Rex combines two different traditions: the first name Claire has French roots, while the surname Rex originates from Latin.
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