Clarrie

French form of Clara

"bright, clear"

Clarrie Origin and Meaning

The name Clarrie is a girl's name.

Clarrie is a charming feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Clara or Clarice. With English roots, the name Clara comes from the Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'bright' or 'clear,' giving Clarrie associations with clarity, brightness, and illumination. Popular in the early 20th century, particularly in Britain and Australia, Clarrie has a vintage, nostalgic quality that appeals to parents seeking names with historical charm. Though less common in recent decades, it has potential for revival as part of the trend toward affectionate, shortened forms becoming given names in their own right. Clarrie carries a friendly, approachable quality with its soft sound and '-ie' ending, typical of endearing nicknames.