Delara

“one who brings light” — Associated with beauty and radiance

Persian origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4780US 2023

28Births / yr

↑Rising

113All-time births

📅 Since 200400

How to pronounce Delara

del·AH·ruh

/dɛl.ˈɑ.rə/ · stress on AH · 3 syllables

“one who brings light”

Associated with beauty and radiance · Persian origin

What does Delara mean and where does it come from?

Delara is of Persian origin, meaning 'one who brings light'. It is a name often associated with beauty and radiance. The name is popular in Iran and other Persian-speaking regions, and it has gained some usage in Western countries among those influenced by Persian culture. Notable figures with this

Cultural significance

Delara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of persian.

Peak popularity

Reached #5736 in 2019 — currently #4780 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Delara?

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

Delara Grace

How popular is Delara right now?

Rising fast — up 1046 spots — currently #4780 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#4780 · Top 3.5%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4780	28	▲ up 1046 · +33% births
2022	#5826	21	▲ up 3291 · +91% births
2021	#9117	11	▲ up 1603 · +22% births
2020	#10720	9	▲ up 3210 · +29% births
2015	#13930	7	▲ up 4779 · +40% births
2010	#18709	5	▼ down 6921 · -44% births
2005	#11788	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delara

Best Year2023Rank #4780

Peak Count28

Average Rank#10696

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Delara

Delara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2004. With 113 total births recorded, Delara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11788 in 2005 to #4780 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Delara in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Delara by decade

Delara peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	21
2010s ★	83
2020s	9

💎Delara has only 113 total recorded births since 2004 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delara?

Common

DelDelieDelyAra

What names sound and feel like Delara?

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

Decara

American · English

Devara

India · divine, heavenly

American · A beloved name

Debara

Hebrew · דְּבָרָה

Delabra

French · A French name

Dilara

Persian · Delightful, enchanting.

How is Delara written in other languages?

Dilara

TURKISH

دلآرا

Persian

Common questions about the name Delara

What does the name Delara mean?

Delara means "Persian" — a name rooted in Persian 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 Delara?

Delara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Delara have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Delara?

Delara originates from Persian tradition. Persian 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 Delara?

Delara is a three-syllable name pronounced D EH0 L AA1 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 Delara?

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