Bára
A Celtic name with cultural significance
Celtic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1738US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Bára mean and where does it come from?

Bára is a name found across Celtic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Bára carries the heritage of Celtic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1738 in 2015 — currently #1738 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Bára?

Bára works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bára Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Bára Rose
Floral · soft ending
Bára Mae
Sweet · timeless
Bára Claire
French influence · crisp
Bára Jane
Literary · strong
Bára Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Bára right now?

Holding steady — currently #1738 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1738 · Top 1.3%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#173810stable
2022#173810stable
2021#173810stable
2020#173810stable
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💎Bára is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Bára?

Common
BárieBáry

Common questions about the name Bára

What does the name Bára mean?
Bára means "A Celtic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Celtic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Bára?
Bára is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bára?
Bára originates from Celtic tradition. Celtic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Bára sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Bára flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Bára ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Bára a common or rare name?
Bára is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.