Dara
girl name#1129 in 2025Dara entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #469 in 1981, ranks #1129 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1893–2025
#1129
rank today
#469
peak (1981)
207
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1437 |
| 1900s | #1952 |
| 1910s | #3395 |
| 1920s | #3367 |
| 1930s | #3442 |
| 1940s | #2638 |
| 1950s | #1039 |
| 1960s | #769 |
| 1970s | #619 |
| 1980s | #669 |
| 1990s | #1059 |
| 2000s | #1875 |
| 2010s | #2249 |
| 2020s | #1403 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dara has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Dara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dara alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dara in 2025?
- Dara ranks #1129 among US girl names in 2025, with 207 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dara most popular?
- Dara peaked in 1981, reaching #469 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dara with classmates?
- Dara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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