Clara Cushman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clara Cushman — clear, bright
237K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clara Cushman 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 Cushman: Surname Austin F. Cushman (1830–1914), American tool inventor Charles W. Cushman (1896–1972), American photographer Charlie Cushman (1850–1909), American baseball umpire and manager Charlotte Cushman (1816–1876), American stage actress David Cushman (1939–2000), American chemist Doug Cushman (born 1953), American cartoonist Francis W. Cushman (1867–1909), American politician Jeremy Cushman (born 1990), American violinist J. 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: Cushman

English

Surname Austin F. Cushman (1830–1914), American tool inventor Charles W. Cushman (1896–1972), American photographer Charlie Cushman (1850–1909), American baseball umpire and manager Charlotte Cushman (1816–1876), American stage actress David Cushman (1939–2000), American chemist Doug Cushman (born 1953), American cartoonist Francis W. Cushman (1867–1909), American politician Jeremy Cushman (born 1990), American violinist J.

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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:

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Notable People Named Clara Cushman

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 Cushman:

6
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Cushman?
The surname Cushman originates from English. Surname Austin F. Cushman (1830–1914), American tool inventor Charles W. Cushman (1896–1972), American photographer Charlie Cushman (1850–1909), American baseball umpire and manager Charlotte Cushman (1816–1876), American stage actress David Cushman (1939–2000), American chemist Doug Cushman (born 1953), American cartoonist Francis W. Cushman (1867–1909), American politician Jeremy Cushman (born 1990), American violinist J.
What are the origins of the name Clara Cushman?
The name Clara Cushman combines two different traditions: the first name Clara has Latin roots, while the surname Cushman originates from English.
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