Clara Koenig

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clara Koenig — clear, bright
237K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clara Koenig 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 Koenig: Adam Koenig (born 1971), American politician Adrianus König (1867–1944), Dutch politician Aislinn Konig (born 1998), Canadian basketball player Alexander Koenig (1858–1940), German naturalist Alexander König (born 1966), German skater Alfons König (1898–1944), Wehrmacht officer during World War II Alfred König (1913–1987), Austrian-Turkish sprinter Andrew Koenig (1968–2010), American actor Andrew Koenig (politician) (born 1982), American politician in Missouri Andrew Koenig (programmer), American computer scientist and author Anna Leonore König (1771–1854), Swedish singer Arthur König (1856–19. 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: Koenig

English

Adam Koenig (born 1971), American politician Adrianus König (1867–1944), Dutch politician Aislinn Konig (born 1998), Canadian basketball player Alexander Koenig (1858–1940), German naturalist Alexander König (born 1966), German skater Alfons König (1898–1944), Wehrmacht officer during World War II Alfred König (1913–1987), Austrian-Turkish sprinter Andrew Koenig (1968–2010), American actor Andrew Koenig (politician) (born 1982), American politician in Missouri Andrew Koenig (programmer), American computer scientist and author Anna Leonore König (1771–1854), Swedish singer Arthur König (1856–19.

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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 Koenig

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 Koenig:

6
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 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 Koenig?
The surname Koenig originates from English. Adam Koenig (born 1971), American politician Adrianus König (1867–1944), Dutch politician Aislinn Konig (born 1998), Canadian basketball player Alexander Koenig (1858–1940), German naturalist Alexander König (born 1966), German skater Alfons König (1898–1944), Wehrmacht officer during World War II Alfred König (1913–1987), Austrian-Turkish sprinter Andrew Koenig (1968–2010), American actor Andrew Koenig (politician) (born 1982), American politician in Missouri Andrew Koenig (programmer), American computer scientist and author Anna Leonore König (1771–1854), Swedish singer Arthur König (1856–19.
What are the origins of the name Clara Koenig?
The name Clara Koenig combines two different traditions: the first name Clara has Latin roots, while the surname Koenig originates from English.
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