English translation/equivalent: Clair, Claire, Clara, Clare

Origin: Derived from the Latin common name formed from the adjective clarus "luminous, clear" and in the figurative sense "illustrious, famous."

Name Day/Onomastico: August 11—in memory of St. Chiara of Assisi, founder of the Poor Clares order of nuns.

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