Picking a name for your baby is an enormous decision.
It stays with them for the rest of their lives, and not only that, it can actually play a role in how other people see them!
Just don’t forget to set aside some time to pick a good middle name, OK?
This is why I’ve been putting together my middle name guides — so with just a glance, you can get some great middle name ideas for your daughter.
Without any further ado, here are the best middle names for a girl named Clara.

I’ve compiled these from baby name databases, parent discussion forums, and other sources then whittled them down to the ones I personally think sound the best.
Middle name ideas for a girl named Clara

Let’s have a look at the list, shall we?
Most of these ideas come from real parents of real Claras, plus I’ve thrown in a few of my own best ideas to help get your brainstorm off on the right foot.
- Clara Allison
- Clara Autumn
- Clara Beth
- Clara Bow
- Clara Camille
- Clara Cassidy
- Clara Celeste
- Clara Daisy
- Clara Danielle
- Clara Dawn
- Clara Elizabeth
- Clara Ellen
- Clara Eloise
- Clara Eve
- Clara Fawn
- Clara Faye
- Clara Gordon
- Clara Irene
- Clara Iris
- Clara Ivy
- Clara Jade
- Clara Jane
- Clara Jean
- Clara Joy
- Clara June
- Clara Kate
- Clara Lexi
- Clara Louise
- Clara Love
- Clara Lune
- Clara Madison
- Clara Mae (May)
- Clara Margaret
- Clara Meredith
- Clara Michelle
- Clara Page
- Clara Paige
- Clara Rachel (Rachelle)
- Clara Rae
- Clara Rosalie
- Clara Rose
- Clara Ruth
- Clara Ryan
- Clara Shane
- Clara Sky
- Clara Starr
- Clara Teal
- Clara Tess
- Clara Vivian
- Clara Willow
My favorite middle name for Clara is Clara Dawn. Typically, one-syllable middle names sound the best with a first name of two syllables.
What’s more, “Dawn” means “the first appearance of light at daybreak.” Therefore, this middle name definition blends with the “bright, blear” meaning of the first name “Clara.”
Combine “Clara” and “Dawn” together, and you get the meaning of “bright, clear light at daybreak.”
Meaning of the name Clara
If you know the meaning of your baby’s first name, it helps you choose a middle name that complements it.
Clara means “bright, famous or clear” according to Behind the Name.
It originates from the Latin Clarus and made popular by Saint Clare of Assisi in the 13th Century.
Silent film actress born in 1905 also known as The It Girl went by the name of “Clara.” Her middle name was Gordon.
More recently, you might be familiar with Fast and Furious 6 actress and mode Clara Elizabeth Iris Paget.
Wrapping Up
Didn’t find anything you liked on the list? Don’t worry!
Check out some discussion forums for parents like Babycenter or Nameberry. Search the archives and you’ll find tons of old threads filled with ideas. You can even start a new thread and solicit some help.
Next, why not consider a different girls name? You could try Genevieve, Delilah, or Paige.
Finally, here are some guides that might help you get ready for baby. Check them out before you go!
- When should you start working on the nursery?
- What does the delivery room at the hospital look like?
- What should dad bring to the hospital?
Hope this helps!