Clara Duran

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clara Duran — clear, bright
237K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clara Duran 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 Duran: Dan Duran (broadcaster), Canadian television entertainment journalist and actor Rafael Durán (1911–1994), Spanish actor Tita Duran (1929–1991), Filipina film actress Carolus-Duran (Charles Auguste Émile Durand; 1837–1917), French painter Tony Duran (photographer), American photographer Victorina Durán (1899–1993), Spanish artist Alejo Durán (1919–1989), Colombian composer, singer and accordionist Dolores Duran (1930–1959), Brazilian singer and composer Domingo Marcos Durán (c.1465–1529), Spanish music theorist and choirmaster Eddie Duran (1925–2019), American jazz guitarist Elena Duran (born 1. 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: Duran

Spanish

Dan Duran (broadcaster), Canadian television entertainment journalist and actor Rafael Durán (1911–1994), Spanish actor Tita Duran (1929–1991), Filipina film actress Carolus-Duran (Charles Auguste Émile Durand; 1837–1917), French painter Tony Duran (photographer), American photographer Victorina Durán (1899–1993), Spanish artist Alejo Durán (1919–1989), Colombian composer, singer and accordionist Dolores Duran (1930–1959), Brazilian singer and composer Domingo Marcos Durán (c.1465–1529), Spanish music theorist and choirmaster Eddie Duran (1925–2019), American jazz guitarist Elena Duran (born 1.

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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 Duran

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 Duran:

3
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Duran?
The surname Duran originates from Spanish. Dan Duran (broadcaster), Canadian television entertainment journalist and actor Rafael Durán (1911–1994), Spanish actor Tita Duran (1929–1991), Filipina film actress Carolus-Duran (Charles Auguste Émile Durand; 1837–1917), French painter Tony Duran (photographer), American photographer Victorina Durán (1899–1993), Spanish artist Alejo Durán (1919–1989), Colombian composer, singer and accordionist Dolores Duran (1930–1959), Brazilian singer and composer Domingo Marcos Durán (c.1465–1529), Spanish music theorist and choirmaster Eddie Duran (1925–2019), American jazz guitarist Elena Duran (born 1.
What are the origins of the name Clara Duran?
The name Clara Duran combines two different traditions: the first name Clara has Latin roots, while the surname Duran originates from Spanish.
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