Cara
girl name#1326 in 2025Cara entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #184 in 1985, ranks #1326 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1882–2025
#1326
rank today
#184
peak (1985)
168
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #849 |
| 1890s | #1022 |
| 1900s | #1169 |
| 1910s | #1398 |
| 1920s | #1603 |
| 1930s | #1403 |
| 1940s | #1179 |
| 1950s | #878 |
| 1960s | #415 |
| 1970s | #255 |
| 1980s | #201 |
| 1990s | #295 |
| 2000s | #492 |
| 2010s | #753 |
| 2020s | #1163 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cara has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 50,500 people named Cara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cara alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cara in 2025?
- Cara ranks #1326 among US girl names in 2025, with 168 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cara most popular?
- Cara peaked in 1985, reaching #184 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cara with classmates?
- Cara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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