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Christian Name · Latin Origin
Clara Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Clara
girl
Clara means "Bright; Clear; Famous", a girl's name of Latin origin. The name Clara does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Clara represents spiritual clarity — the bright, unclouded vision that comes from walking closely with God.
Is Clara in the Bible?
No — the name Clara does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Bright; Clear; Famous", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Clara.
Pronunciation:/KLAR-ah/
OriginLatin
MeaningBright; Clear; Famous
What does Clara mean?
Clara is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Bright; Clear; Famous". Clara means 'bright' or 'clear' in Latin. Saint Clare of Assisi, inspired by Saint Francis, founded the Order of Poor Ladies.
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What does Clara mean in the Bible?
Clara means "Bright; Clear; Famous" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Clara means 'bright' or 'clear' in Latin. Saint Clare of Assisi, inspired by Saint Francis, founded the Order of Poor Ladies. Her name speaks of the clarity of vision that comes from a life stripped of worldly distractions and focused entirely on Christ.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Clara?
Clara is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Bright; Clear; Famous" — not because Scripture names anyone Clara.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Clara?
Clara has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
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Which books of the Bible mention Clara?
Clara is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Clara?
Clara represents spiritual clarity — the bright, unclouded vision that comes from walking closely with God.
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Clara name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Clara does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Bright; Clear; Famous", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Clara.
Clara means "Bright; Clear; Famous." It is a Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Bright; Clear; Famous" — runs right through the Bible.
Latin. Clara comes into English from Latin and carries the sense "Bright; Clear; Famous." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Clara
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Clara?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Clara?
You can read every verse where Clara appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.