Dakara

“To inspire or motivate” — Associated with empowering others

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1649US 2023

551Births / yr

→Stable

12All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Dakara

DAK·AR·uh

/ˈdæk.ˈær.ə/ · stress on DAK · 4 syllables

“To inspire or motivate”

Associated with empowering others · American origin

What does Dakara mean and where does it come from?

The name Dakara has roots in both English and Japanese. In English, it conveys a sense of motivation or inspiration, which is often associated with empowering others. In Japanese, だかる (Dakaru) means to support or elevate someone, which ties back to the meaning of offering encouragement. While not tr

Cultural significance

Dakara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to inspire or motivate.

Peak popularity

Reached #15146 in 2001 — currently #1649 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dakara?

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

Dakara Grace

How popular is Dakara right now?

Holding steady — currently #1649 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1649 · Top 1.2%

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1649	551	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1654	531	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1659	501	▲ up 14278 · +8250% births
2005	#15937	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dakara

Best Year2023Rank #1649

Peak Count551

Average Rank#5225

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20234 years

The story of Dakara

Dakara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 12 total births recorded, Dakara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15937 in 2005 to #1649 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dakara in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

💎Dakara has only 12 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dakara?

Common

DakDakieDakyAra

What names sound and feel like Dakara?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dakara also consider these

Dakera

American · Possibly a modern

Dakyra

American · unknown, possibly modern

Dakira

American · English

Lakara

American · Meaning is not

Dasara

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Dakara

What does the name Dakara mean?

Dakara means "To inspire or motivate" — a name rooted in American 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 Dakara?

Dakara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Dakara?

Dakara originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Dakara?

Dakara is a four-syllable name pronounced D AE1 K AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Dakara?

Dakara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.