Chiara
Girl name · Latin · pronounced KYA-rah
Verified name
What does Chiara mean?
Bright, clear, famous
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 721 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is moderately common. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 580 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Chia, Chiaretta
Variant: Clara
Related: Clare
Using Chiara across cultures
Italian form of Clara honoring Saint Clare of Assisi.
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