Lara
girl name#691 in 2025Lara entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #222 in 1969, ranks #691 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1887–2025
#691
rank today
#222
peak (1969)
409
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1147 |
| 1890s | #1520 |
| 1900s | #1651 |
| 1910s | #2235 |
| 1920s | #2048 |
| 1930s | #2286 |
| 1940s | #2829 |
| 1950s | #2231 |
| 1960s | #998 |
| 1970s | #327 |
| 1980s | #417 |
| 1990s | #725 |
| 2000s | #811 |
| 2010s | #814 |
| 2020s | #707 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lara has been most popular in FL, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 28,500 people named Lara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lara alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lara in 2025?
- Lara ranks #691 among US girl names in 2025, with 409 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lara most popular?
- Lara peaked in 1969, reaching #222 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lara with classmates?
- Lara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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