Dara
Dara is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pearl of wisdom, star, or oak tree.
Origin and history
Dara is a name with diverse roots across several cultures. In Hebrew, it means 'pearl of wisdom' or 'compassion', while in Khmer it means 'star', and in Irish tradition it links to the oak tree. In the United States, it has been used moderately throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
13,692 babies in the United States have been named Dara since 1880. It ranks #1354 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1204.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.4 %)
- CA (13.8 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- PA (7.9 %)
- NJ (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 54 |
| 1920-1930 | 85 |
| 1930-1940 | 46 |
| 1940-1950 | 212 |
| 1950-1960 | 971 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,840 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,650 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,905 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,808 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,078 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,023 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,004 |
Famous people named Dara
- Dara Torres: Swimmer, Olympian
- Dara Horn: Author, Professor
Fun facts
- Dara is used globally with distinct meanings, ranging from a star in Khmer to an oak tree in Irish.
- In the Old Testament, Dara is recorded as one of the wise sons of Zerah.