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Claris

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Pronounced KLAIR-is /ˈklɛr.ɪs/Medium

Meaning: Claris is a short form of Clarice or Clarissa, from the Latin 'clarus' ('bright, clear, famous'). A trim, old-fashioned form with a soft medieval ring.Low

In 30 seconds: A trim classic: Claris is a short form of Clarice — 'bright, famous' (said 'KLAIR-is'). Vintage and gentle.
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Origin LowEnglish, Latin
MeaningClaris is a short form of Clarice or Clarissa, from the Latin 'clarus' ('bright, clear, famous'). A trim, old-fashioned form with a soft medieval ring.
U.S. rank (2022)#12523 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1918
Total births (all-time)≈ 985

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191818992022

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Claris descends from Clarice and Clarissa, rooted in the Latin 'clarus' ('bright, clear, famous'), with medieval roots in the romance of Flore and Blanchefleur. As a short form it reads vintage, gentle, and unusual. It carries an antique charm (said 'KLAIR-is').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, vintage, and soft.

Did you know? Claris is a slimmed-down form of Clarice or Clarissa, from the Latin for 'bright, famous' — a soft, medieval-sounding name (said 'KLAIR-is').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Claris — short form of Clarice/Clarissa; Latin 'bright, famous'

Variations

ClariceClarissaClaris

Nicknames

ClariRis

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Claris mean?

Claris is a short form of Clarice or Clarissa, from the Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'bright, clear, famous.'

How do you pronounce Claris?

It's said KLAIR-is /ˈklɛr.ɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Claris a boy or girl name?

Claris is a girl's name.

How popular is Claris?

Claris is rare for girls in the U.S., with a vintage feel.

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