Ara
girl name#3249 in 2025Ara entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #479 in 1884, ranks #3249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3249
rank today
#479
peak (1884)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #591 |
| 1890s | #687 |
| 1900s | #809 |
| 1910s | #985 |
| 1920s | #1271 |
| 1930s | #1660 |
| 1940s | #2352 |
| 1950s | #3700 |
| 1960s | #4005 |
| 1970s | #3753 |
| 1980s | #3716 |
| 1990s | #6422 |
| 2000s | #5579 |
| 2010s | #3407 |
| 2020s | #2865 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ara has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,000 people named Ara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ara alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ara in 2025?
- Ara ranks #3249 among US girl names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ara most popular?
- Ara peaked in 1884, reaching #479 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ara with classmates?
- Ara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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