Orah
girl name#9457 in 2025Orah entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #740 in 1882, ranks #9457 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#9457
rank today
#740
peak (1882)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #908 |
| 1890s | #1243 |
| 1900s | #1677 |
| 1910s | #3508 |
| 1920s | #3211 |
| 1930s | #4550 |
| 1940s | #4385 |
| 1990s | #13147 |
| 2000s | #14555 |
| 2010s | #13452 |
| 2020s | #10862 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Orah are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Orah alive today was born around 1914, making them about 111 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orah in 2025?
- Orah ranks #9457 among US girl names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Orah most popular?
- Orah peaked in 1882, reaching #740 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Orah with classmates?
- Orah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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