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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Variant of Cara: 'dear, beloved' (Latin/Italian) or 'friend' (Irish Gaelic)
- Origin
- Irish/Latin (variant of Cara)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- KAIR-uh
Kara is a variant of Cara, an Irish and Latin name meaning "dear, beloved" or, in Irish Gaelic, "friend." It's pronounced KAIR-uh. Choosing Kara means giving your daughter a name rooted in words for closeness and affection.
Meaning & Origin of Kara
Meaning: Variant of Cara: 'dear, beloved' (Latin/Italian) or 'friend' (Irish Gaelic).
Origin: Irish/Latin (variant of Cara).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kara
KAIR-uhIPA /ˈkɛrə/
Popularity of Kara
Kara reached its peak in 1984, when 2,855 baby girls were given the name, ranking it #95 that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #988, with just 261 babies named Kara.
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FAQ
What does the name Kara mean?
Variant of Cara: ‘dear, beloved’ (Latin/Italian) or ‘friend’ (Irish Gaelic). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kara?
Kara is pronounced KAIR-uh (IPA: /ˈkɛrə/).
Is Kara a popular name right now?
Kara peaked at #95 in 1984 and is ranked #988 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1896–2024.)
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