Sakara

“Eminent, distinguished”

India origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14861US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

156All-time births

📅 Since 197600

How to pronounce Sakara

SAK·AR·uh

/ˈsæk.ˈær.ə/ · stress on SAK · 3 syllables

“Eminent, distinguished”

India origin · Girl name

What does Sakara mean and where does it come from?

Sakara has roots in both Indian and Japanese cultures, often related to qualities of brightness or distinction. In Sanskrit, it suggests a sense of prominence or eminence. In Japanese, it can refer to the beauty of blooming flowers. While not extremely common, variations and influences of the name a

Cultural significance

Sakara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of eminent, distinguished.

Peak popularity

Reached #8988 in 2001 — currently #14861 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Sakara?

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

Sakara Grace

How popular is Sakara right now?

Falling — down 1017 spots — currently #14861 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#14861 · Top 11%

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14861	6	▼ down 1017 · -14% births
2010	#13844	7	▲ up 3297 · +40% births
2005	#17141	5	▼ down 3353 · -17% births
2000	#13788	6	▼ down 3807 · -25% births
1995	#9981	8	▲ up 849 · +14% births
1990	#10830	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sakara

Best Year1995Rank #9981

Peak Count8

Average Rank#13408

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20236 years

The story of Sakara

Sakara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 156 total births recorded, Sakara remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10830 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14861 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sakara in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

Sakara by decade

Sakara peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
1980s	12
1990s	25
2000s ★	65
2010s	48

💎Sakara has only 156 total recorded births since 1976 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sakara?

Common

SakSakieSakyAra

What names sound and feel like Sakara?

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

English · A meaningful name

Japan · cherry blossom

Common questions about the name Sakara

What does the name Sakara mean?

Sakara means "Eminent, distinguished" — a name rooted in India 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 Sakara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Sakara?

Sakara originates from India tradition. India 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 Sakara?

Sakara is a three-syllable name pronounced S 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 Sakara?

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