Rising since 1985, #4,878 for girls today.
Popularity of Diara since 1981
Babies named Diara per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 75 |
| 1990s | 209 |
| 2000s | 241 |
| 2010s | 121 |
| 2020s | 154 |
Meaning & origin
Diara is a name of Arabic origin, rooted in the word 'diyār' meaning 'homeland' or 'dwelling'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1981 and has been on a rising trajectory since 1985. Its peak year so far is 2024, reflecting growing interest in melodic, cross-cultural names. In 2025, the name ranked 4,878th, a notable climb from earlier decades. Despite its steady increase, Diara remains relatively uncommon, with only about 1 in 59,528 girls receiving the name in the latest year. The name has yet to appear among the top state popularity lists, indicating a broad but dispersed usage across the country.
Diara is primarily an Arabic feminine name, derived from the plural 'diyār' of 'dār', meaning 'house', 'home', or 'dwelling'. In this sense, it conveys a sense of 'homeland' or 'place of belonging'. The name has also been used in West Africa, particularly among Muslim communities, where it may carry similar meanings. Its modern usage in the United States began in the early 1980s and has seen steady growth since the mid-1980s.
“Diara” around the world
Where Diara lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Di, Ara
Sibling names for Diara
Names that share Diara's style, for a brother or sister.
