Clary

Botanical name or variation of Clare, Latin

"bright, clear"

Clary Origin and Meaning

The name Clary is a girl's name meaning "bright, clear".

There are many variations of Clare and Clara, but this might be one of the simplest and most surprising. Clary can be a diminutive of the Latin name Clara, meaning 'bright' or 'clear,' or it might derive from the herb clary sage, giving it botanical associations. \

In literature, the name gained some recognition through Cassandra Clare's 'The Mortal Instruments' series featuring a character named Clary Fray. The name has a bright, crisp sound with its short syllables and clear pronunciation. While never achieving mainstream popularity, Clary has maintained consistent if uncommon usage throughout the years. It appeals to parents seeking a short, distinctive name with both historical roots and contemporary appeal.

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Famous People Named Clary

• Robert Clary French,American actor and Holocaust survivor

The name Clary in Pop Culture

• Clarissa "Clary" Fray main character of book/film series "The Mortal Instruments" and TV series "Shadowhunters"
• clary sage ,a herb