Clare

Clare, which is also considered to be a form of Clara, has English origins. The meaning of Clare is 'bright, famous'. It was used as a family name in the past. Clare families originally came from Clere in Vexin, Normandy but migrated to England after the Norman Conquest. They settled in Suffolk, Surrey and, Yorkshire. Later they migrated to Ireland and also crossed over to the U.S., settling in Virginia, Maryland, and New England. A famous name association is Clare Abbott, a South African artist and wildlife illustrator. She made detailed natural history paintings that were used by numerous publications. She also redesigned the color plates of big game records. Another name associate is an English actress, Clare Buckfiled, who is best known for her role in BBC sitcom '2point4 Children'. She came second in the ITV show 'Dancing On Ice'.

Gender

Boy

Origin

Diminutive of Clarence

Numerology

C is for compatible, a friend’s friend.

L is for luxury, the luxury of your smile.

A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.

R is for relish, you seek a challenge.

E is for eternal, your spirit will live.

Lucky

Clare lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Famous People Named Clare

• (Douglas) Clare Fischer American jazz musician
• Clare James Drake Canadian ice hockey coach
• Clare Stephen Jacobs American pole vaulter
• Clare A. Briggs American comic artist

Clare in Pop Culture

• Masculine: Fenno
• Claire Otoms character on TV's "Ally McBeal"