Clara Broom

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clara Broom — clear, bright
237K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clara Broom is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Clara is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Clara or Klara is a given name. It is the feminine form of the Late Latin name Clarus which meant "clear, bright, famous". Various early male Christian saints were named Clarus; the feminine form became popular after the 13th-century Saint Clare of Assisi (called Chiara in Italian), one of the followers of Saint Francis, who renounced her privileged background and founded the order of Poor Clares. However, Clara is also a rare male name. Clare was the main English form of the name used in the Middle Ages, but the Latin spelling Clara became more popular in the 19th century. The surname Broom: Christina Broom (1862–1939), British photographer Jacob Broom (1752–1810), American businessman and politician Jacob Broom (congressman) (1808–1864), United States Representative from Pennsylvania James M. Broom (1776–1850), American lawyer and politician Leonard Broom (1911–2009), American sociologist Mark Broom (born 1971), British techno musician and DJ Neil Broom (born 1983), New Zealand cricketer Robert Broom (1866–1951), British-South African physician and paleontologist Romell Broom (1956–2020), American murderer Ron Broom (1925–2016), New Zealand cricketer Vernon H. Clara is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 237K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Clara reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Clara

Meaning: clear, bright

Latin

Clara or Klara is a given name. It is the feminine form of the Late Latin name Clarus which meant "clear, bright, famous". Various early male Christian saints were named Clarus; the feminine form became popular after the 13th-century Saint Clare of Assisi (called Chiara in Italian), one of the followers of Saint Francis, who renounced her privileged background and founded the order of Poor Clares. However, Clara is also a rare male name. Clare was the main English form of the name used in the Middle Ages, but the Latin spelling Clara became more popular in the 19th century.

Surname: Broom

English

Christina Broom (1862–1939), British photographer Jacob Broom (1752–1810), American businessman and politician Jacob Broom (congressman) (1808–1864), United States Representative from Pennsylvania James M. Broom (1776–1850), American lawyer and politician Leonard Broom (1911–2009), American sociologist Mark Broom (born 1971), British techno musician and DJ Neil Broom (born 1983), New Zealand cricketer Robert Broom (1866–1951), British-South African physician and paleontologist Romell Broom (1956–2020), American murderer Ron Broom (1925–2016), New Zealand cricketer Vernon H.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Clara is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Clara by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Clara Broom

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 Clara Broom:

8
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Clara?
The first name Clara originates from Latin. Clara or Klara is a given name. It is the feminine form of the Late Latin name Clarus which meant "clear, bright, famous". Various early male Christian saints were named Clarus; the feminine form became popular after the 13th-century Saint Clare of Assisi (called Chiara in Italian), one of the followers of Saint Francis, who renounced her privileged background and founded the order of Poor Clares. However, Clara is also a rare male name. Clare was the main English form of the name used in the Middle Ages, but the Latin spelling Clara became more popular in the 19th century.
When was Clara most popular?
The name Clara reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Broom?
The surname Broom originates from English. Christina Broom (1862–1939), British photographer Jacob Broom (1752–1810), American businessman and politician Jacob Broom (congressman) (1808–1864), United States Representative from Pennsylvania James M. Broom (1776–1850), American lawyer and politician Leonard Broom (1911–2009), American sociologist Mark Broom (born 1971), British techno musician and DJ Neil Broom (born 1983), New Zealand cricketer Robert Broom (1866–1951), British-South African physician and paleontologist Romell Broom (1956–2020), American murderer Ron Broom (1925–2016), New Zealand cricketer Vernon H.
What are the origins of the name Clara Broom?
The name Clara Broom combines two different traditions: the first name Clara has Latin roots, while the surname Broom originates from English.
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