The term DANES can be broken down into two crossword solutions: Claire (6 letters) and DENMARK (7 letters). Claire is a female given name of French origin, derived from the Latin word 'clarus, ' meaning 'CLEAR' or 'BRIGHT.' DENMARK is a Scandinavian country located in Northern Europe. It is the southernmost of the Nordic countries and is bordered by Germany to the south. It is home to the Danish people, who are known as Danes.