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Chiara

Meaning: Clear, bright

About Chiara

Chiara is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Clear, bright,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Clara, Claire. Indicative pronunciation: kee-AH-ra. Popular note: Italian elegant. When considering Chiara, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Latin

Variants

Clara, Claire

Pronunciation

kee-AH-ra

Popularity note

Italian elegant

FAQ — Chiara

What does the name Chiara mean?

Short meaning: Clear, bright. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Chiara?

Most associated origin: Latin.

Are there variants of Chiara?

Related forms: Clara, Claire.