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Clarisse

kla-REES

Popularity

#5037

stable

Letters

8

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

1,681

Peak Year

#45 in 2002

First Recorded

1899

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Clarisse is a French name derived from the Latin name Clarissa, meaning 'bright', 'clear', or 'famous'.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Clarisse Lispector

    Brazilian novelist and short story writer

Nicknames

ClareClaireClaryCece

Spelling Variations

ClarissaClara

Similar Names

BeatriceEloiseGenevieveMargotVivienne

Personality Traits

IntelligentElegantKindCreativeIndependent

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