Alara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alara originates from Turkish, meaning 'beautiful' or 'charming'. It has evolved from its roots in Old Turkish to modern usage. Alara is associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in contemporary culture, although it has no biblical relevance.
The name Alara is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alara has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15440th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4481st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1959th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alara"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɑːrə/
Origin
Turkish
Etymology
The name Alara is derived from a Turkish word meaning 'a beautiful girl' or 'the one who is charming'. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
beautiful, charming
Language Evolution
Alara (modern Turkish), Alara (Old Turkish)
Historical Usage
The name Alara has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Turkey and among Turkish communities around the world. It has become more recognized in various cultures due to its appealing sound and meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Alara (common variant), Alara (short form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Alara is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with positive traits such as beauty and charm.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alara"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alara"
"Alara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15440th of 27321 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4481st of 35406 | 479 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1959th of 30306 | 1,226 |
Regional Popularity of "Alara" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
73.80% 3811th/5164 |
80.83% 5911th/7313 |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
51.33% 2045th/3984 |
39.54% 1774th/4487 |
28.58% 1950th/6822 |
30.13% 1891st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alara" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.