Aura
girl name#817 in 2025Aura entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #507 in 1882, ranks #817 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1881–2025
#817
rank today
#507
peak (1882)
333
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #665 |
| 1890s | #1068 |
| 1900s | #1322 |
| 1910s | #1897 |
| 1920s | #2534 |
| 1930s | #2848 |
| 1940s | #3735 |
| 1950s | #3656 |
| 1960s | #3535 |
| 1970s | #2406 |
| 1980s | #2655 |
| 1990s | #3408 |
| 2000s | #3352 |
| 2010s | #2287 |
| 2020s | #985 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Aura has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,300 people named Aura are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Aura alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Aura in 2025?
- Aura ranks #817 among US girl names in 2025, with 333 babies given the name.
- When was the name Aura most popular?
- Aura peaked in 1882, reaching #507 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Aura with classmates?
- Aura will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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