Gender Masculine
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. KLAR-əns, KLEHR-əns  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

From the Latin title Clarensis, which belonged to members of the British royal family. The title ultimately derives from the name of the town of Clare in Suffolk. As a given name it has been in use since the 19th century.

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Entry updated April 25, 2021