Claresa
klah-REH-sah
Claresa is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Claresa is a variation of Clarissa, ultimately derived from the Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'clear,' 'bright,' or 'famous'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1953.
What Claresa Means
“Claresa is a variation of Clarissa, ultimately derived from the Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'clear,' 'bright,' or 'famous'.”
The Story of Claresa
A name born from a desire for clarity and renown, a bright star in a specific constellation of naming trends.
Claresa emerged in 1953, a distinct variation on the established name Clarissa. Its roots trace back to the Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'clear,' 'bright,' or 'famous,' embodying a spirit of radiant distinction.
You imagine your daughter possessing an honest independence and a luminous intellect. Claresa is a name that resonates with your hope for her to move through life with clear purpose and graceful self-assurance.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 1953
Total Births
35
First Recorded
1953
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