Lera
Lera is a girl's name of Russian origin.
Meaning
Strong, healthy, or brave.
Origin and history
Lera originated as a Russian short form or diminutive of Valeriya (Valeria), which itself stems from Latin roots. It has also developed independent usage as a given name in Europe and the United States. In the U.S., it remains a rare but stable choice with steady historical presence.
Popularity in the United States
2,609 babies in the United States have been named Lera since 1880. It ranks #3458 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2035.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.7 %)
- AL (31.4 %)
- TN (15 %)
- KY (5.9 %)
- MS (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 50 |
| 1890-1900 | 124 |
| 1900-1910 | 232 |
| 1910-1920 | 500 |
| 1920-1930 | 568 |
| 1930-1940 | 308 |
| 1940-1950 | 194 |
| 1950-1960 | 154 |
| 1960-1970 | 95 |
| 1970-1980 | 56 |
| 1980-1990 | 64 |
| 1990-2000 | 37 |
| 2000-2010 | 58 |
| 2010-2019 | 103 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Famous people named Lera
- Lera Auerbach: Composer, Pianist
- Lera Lynn: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- In Russian-speaking countries, Lera is standardly used as a pet form for Valeriya before being used standalone elsewhere.
- Although never a top-tier mainstream hit, over 2,600 girls in the U.S. have been named Lera since 1880.