Kara
girl name#1071 in 2025Kara entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #95 in 1984, ranks #1071 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1896–2025
#1071
rank today
#95
peak (1984)
226
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1583 |
| 1910s | #3817 |
| 1930s | #3157 |
| 1940s | #1940 |
| 1950s | #1241 |
| 1960s | #407 |
| 1970s | #153 |
| 1980s | #106 |
| 1990s | #143 |
| 2000s | #245 |
| 2010s | #440 |
| 2020s | #883 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kara has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 98,500 people named Kara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kara alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kara in 2025?
- Kara ranks #1071 among US girl names in 2025, with 226 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kara most popular?
- Kara peaked in 1984, reaching #95 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kara with classmates?
- Kara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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