Aura Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aura originates from Latin, meaning 'breeze' or 'air', and has Greek roots as well. It has evolved through history while maintaining its essence of nature and tranquility. The name is often viewed positively in modern culture and has been adopted by notable individuals.
The name Aura is most popular in California, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aura has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling 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, 'Aura' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1897th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2961st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3597th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2631st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2911th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3314th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1389th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aura' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aura"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Aura derives from the Latin word 'aura', meaning 'breeze' or 'air'. It is also associated with the Greek word 'aura', which refers to a gentle wind or breath.
Meaning
breeze, air
Language Evolution
Aura (Latin), Aura (Greek), Aura (English)
Historical Usage
The name Aura has been used since ancient times, particularly in Roman and Greek cultures, and has seen a resurgence in modern times as a name reflecting nature and tranquility.
Variants & Derivatives
Aurelia, Aurora, Auri
Modern Popularity & Image
Aura is perceived as a unique and ethereal name, often associated with light, positivity, and a connection to nature. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially among those looking for names with a serene and gentle quality.
Famous People
Aura Lanius (American actress), Aura K. (Japanese singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aura"
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 "Aura"
"Aura" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1897th of 9107 | 347 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2961st of 9204 | 170 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3597th of 12526 | 213 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2631st of 19264 | 459 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2911th of 27321 | 592 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3314th of 35406 | 733 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1389th of 30306 | 1,984 |
Regional Popularity of "Aura" 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 "Aura" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
74.81% 1818th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
56.19% 1957th/3483 |
- |
35.95% 1454th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
43.89% 1964th/4475 |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
27.83% 1758th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
67.82% 3502nd/5164 |
53.82% 3936th/7313 |
34.33% 2562nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.82% 1706th/3984 |
22.93% 1029th/4487 |
22.34% 1524th/6822 |
19.85% 1246th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aura"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aura" 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.