Clarice: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Clarice · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Clarice: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Bright, illustrious»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Latin
Popularity
71 out of 100
Where Clarice is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro CivilTop 50
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About the Name Clarice
Clarice is a girl's name with Latin roots, traditionally understood to mean "Bright, illustrious." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Clarice, Clarice runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Clarice is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Clarice is a steadily chosen option, scoring 71 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as celestial.
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FAQ
What does the name Clarice mean?+
The name Clarice means "Bright, illustrious".
What is the origin of the name Clarice?+
Clarice is a name of Latin origin.
Is Clarice a girl or boy name?+
Clarice is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Clarice?+
Clarice is pronounced Clarice (3 syllables).
Is Clarice a popular name?+
Clarice is a steadily chosen option, scoring 71 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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