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Clare

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“Clear, bright, famous”

Clare — Medieval English form of Clara. This is also the name of an Irish county, which was originally named for the Norman invader Richard de Clare (known as Strongbow), whose surname was derived from the name of an English river.

Saintly namesake: Clare of Assisi was an Italian noblewoman and founder of the Poor Clares, known for her devotion and leadership in the Franciscan movement. (August 11 · 13th century)

English1 syllable · /klɛər/

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