Elara

“Elara is a name of Greek origin, also used as the name of one of Jupiter's moons”

Greek origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1381US 2023

163Births / yr

↓Falling

813All-time births

📅 Since 200200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Elara

EL·AR·uh

/ˈɛl.ˈær.ə/ · stress on EL · 3 syllables

“Elara is a name of Greek origin, also used as the name of one of Jupiter's moons”

Greek origin · Girl name

What does Elara mean and where does it come from?

Elara is a name of Greek origin, also used as the name of one of Jupiter's moons. In Greek mythology, Elara is a lover of Zeus. The name suggests brightness or radiance and was later adopted in modern contexts, particularly in literature and popular culture. It has been gaining popularity as a uniqu

Cultural significance

Elara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greek-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #1309 in 2018 — currently #1381 in the US.

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How else can you spell Elara?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Ellara

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Elara?

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

Elara Grace

How popular is Elara right now?

Falling — down 55 spots — currently #1381 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1381 · Top 1.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1381	163	▼ down 55 · -8% births
2022	#1326	177	▲ up 116 · +19% births
2021	#1442	149	▲ up 111 · +10% births
2020	#1553	136	▲ up 2915 · +325% births
2015	#4468	32	▲ up 8627 · +300% births
2010	#13095	8	▲ up 1119 · +14% births
2005	#14214	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elara

Best Year2022Rank #1326

Peak Count177

Average Rank#5354

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Elara

Elara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 813 total births recorded, Elara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14214 in 2005 to #1381 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elara in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Elara by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	48
2010s ★	629
2020s	136

💎Elara has only 813 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elara?

Common

ElaElElieEly

Famous people named Elara

Elara (Greek poet or artist)

Elara helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.

Elara (Byzantine leader)

Elara used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.

Elara (ancient philosopher)

Elara bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.

Elara (Greek mythological figure)

Elara carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.

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What names sound and feel like Elara?

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

Elnara

Arabic · Arabic

Ellara

Latin · Bright, shining

Elaha

English · A meaningful name

Elada

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Elata

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Elora

American · God is my

Enara

Basque Country · Basque

Emara

American · bringer of light

Common questions about the name Elara

What does the name Elara mean?

Elara means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greek 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 Elara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Elara?

Elara originates from Greek tradition. Greek 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 Elara?

Elara is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 L 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 Elara?

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