Dara
Dara is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Oak tree (Irish); compassionate or wealthy (Hebrew/Persian).
Origin and history
Dara is a name of Irish origin, derived from the word for oak tree, symbolising strength and wisdom. In Hebrew and Persian traditions, it also carries distinct meanings such as 'compassion' or 'wealthy'. In the United States, it is a rare male name that has seen a modest rise in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
855 babies in the United States have been named Dara since 1880. It ranks #3822 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1717.
States where it is most popular
- CA (92.4 %)
- TX (4 %)
- MA (1.8 %)
- NY (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 31 |
| 1980-1990 | 185 |
| 1990-2000 | 189 |
| 2000-2010 | 112 |
| 2010-2019 | 103 |
| 2020-2029 | 210 |
Famous people named Dara
- Dara Ó Briain: Comedian, Television Presenter
- Dara Khosrowshahi: Business Executive, CEO
Fun facts
- In Irish folklore, the oak tree (dara) was deeply revered as a symbol of endurance, strength, and sacred wisdom.
- Although best known in the West as Irish, Dara is also used across Persian, Khmer, and Hebrew linguistic traditions.