Clary

French form of Clara

"bright, clear"

Clary Origin and Meaning

The name Clary is a girl's name.

Clary is a feminine name with multiple origins and meanings. It 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. The name's connection to nature through the clary sage plant also makes it appealing to those drawn to subtle botanical names.

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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