gender neutral
Dara
wealthy, possessing goodness
About Dara
Choose a name that radiates warmth and timeless appeal. Dara delivers exactly that—a compact powerhouse of character packed into four letters. This name doesn't waste a single syllable, yet it resonates with depth and versatility. Picture a child who grows into a confident individual, someone who moves through life with grace and determination. The simplicity of Dara makes it incredibly functional across languages and cultures, eliminating pronunciation headaches while maintaining distinctive flair. It's the kind of name that looks sharp on a business card and sounds friendly at a playground. Strong enough for a leader, gentle enough for a poet, adaptable enough for any path your child might choose.
Popularity of the Name Dara
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | #827 | #110 |
| 1999 | #959 | #127 |
| 2000 | #878 | #100 |
| 2001 | #634 | #91 |
| 2002 | #782 | #97 |
| 2003 | #760 | #86 |
| 2004 | #791 | #81 |
| 2005 | #748 | #81 |
| 2006 | #723 | #77 |
| 2007 | #557 | #80 |
| 2008 | #596 | #81 |
| 2009 | #621 | #76 |
| 2010 | #548 | #72 |
| 2011 | #601 | #73 |
| 2012 | #623 | #86 |
| 2013 | #681 | #75 |
| 2014 | #582 | #80 |
| 2015 | #656 | #76 |
| 2016 | #681 | #98 |
| 2017 | #664 | #93 |
| 2018 | #613 | #101 |
| 2019 | #684 | #89 |
| 2020 | #679 | #127 |
| 2021 | #756 | #123 |
| 2022 | #629 | #109 |
| 2023 | #565 | #99 |
| 2024 | #677 | #110 |
| 2025 | #696 | #112 |
| 1964 | #159 | |
| 1965 | #130 | |
| 1966 | #219 | |
| 1967 | #111 | |
| 1968 | #103 | |
| 1969 | #131 | |
| 1970 | #114 | |
| 1971 | #121 | |
| 1972 | #118 | |
| 1973 | #120 | |
| 1974 | #129 | |
| 1975 | #117 | |
| 1976 | #126 | |
| 1977 | #139 | |
| 1978 | #161 | |
| 1979 | #133 | |
| 1980 | #157 | |
| 1981 | #166 | |
| 1982 | #152 | |
| 1983 | #137 | |
| 1984 | #161 | |
| 1985 | #142 | |
| 1986 | #149 | |
| 1987 | #161 | |
| 1988 | #133 | |
| 1989 | #144 | |
| 1990 | #139 | |
| 1991 | #143 | |
| 1992 | #153 | |
| 1993 | #185 | |
| 1994 | #131 | |
| 1995 | #137 | |
| 1996 | #115 | |
| 1997 | #122 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland
Variations of Name Dara
Names Similar to Dara
Nicknames for Dara
- Dar
- D
- Ra
- Ara
Famous People Named Dara
| Dara Khosrowshahi | CEO of Uber |
| Dara O'Briain | Irish comedian |
| Dara Singh | Indian wrestler and actor |
| Dara Torres | American Olympic swimmer |
| Dara Ó Cinnéide | Irish Gaelic footballer |
| Dara Rolins | Slovak pop singer |
| Dara Maclean | American contemporary Christian singer |
| Dara Fitzpatrick | Irish coast guard pilot |
| Dara Ó Briain | Irish television presenter |
| Dara Puspita | Indonesian rock band |
| Dara Shikoh | Mughal prince and scholar |
| Dara Mir | American plastic surgeon |
| Dara Kushner Orbach | American actress |
| Dara Howell | Canadian freestyle skier |
| Dara Calleary | Irish politician |
| Dara Enright | Irish archaeologist |
| Dara Brown | American journalist |
| Dara Lambert | Irish rugby player |
| Dara Clear | Irish swimmer |
| Dara Kırdag | Turkish basketball player |