Clairine
Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Clairine
Clairine is a feminine given name derived from the Latin root "clarus," meaning "clear" or "bright," and represents a variant of names like Claire or Clarice with the French diminutive suffix "-ine." The name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and Christian contexts, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to its simpler counterparts Claire and Clarice.
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Etymology
Clairine is a feminine given name derived from the Latin root "clarus," meaning "clear" or "bright," and represents a variant of names like Claire or Clarice with the French diminutive suffix "-ine." The name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and Christian contexts, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to its simpler counterparts Claire and Clarice.
Clairine currently ranks #1,040 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1904.
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