US Popularity Rank: 10828

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Bright; Clear; One who lives near the River Clare

The Latin pick Clarance is certainly no stranger to brightening up people's days! In fact, the name itself means "bright" or "clear," so you could say it's pretty illuminating. Clarance and its more popular form, Clarence, may also take inspiration from the winding bends of a river in the west of Ireland. It's said that those who carry the name "live near the river Clare." So, whether you're looking for a bright and shining name or a connection to nature's ebb and flow, Clarance is definitely a contender.