MallowbyNames

Flara

FLAIR-uh · Possibly a variant of Flora, meaning 'flower' in Latin, or a creative respelling of Clara, meaning 'bright' or 'clear'.

Peak popularity
1906
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Flara since 1905

Babies named Flara per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Flara's real moment was 1906.

4711192019602000Most births 1920Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1900s23
1910s29
1920s55
1930s8
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Flara is a rare and unusual name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1905, with its highest usage occurring in 1906 when it reached its peak year. Despite this early 20th-century debut, the name never gained traction and remains extremely uncommon, with no recorded births in recent decades. Its origins are unclear, but it likely draws from the more established names Flora and Clara, both of Latin derivation. The name's trajectory has been stable at a near-zero frequency, and it has not been associated with any top states or notable bearers. For parents seeking a truly distinctive vintage revival option, Flara offers a unique sound, though its obscurity means it lacks a well-documented history or established nickname pool.

Flara appears to be a rare 20th-century coinage, likely formed by blending sounds from names like Flora and Clara. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1905 and saw minimal use, with a peak in 1906. The name has not entered common usage and remains an obscure variant.

Sibling names for Flara

Names that share Flara's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Flora, Clara, Lila, Nora, Stella

Brothers: Floyd, Clyde, Elmer, Otis, Roy

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Flara mean?
Flara is likely a variant of Flora (Latin for 'flower') or Clara (Latin for 'bright'), but its exact meaning is uncertain due to its rarity.
Is Flara currently popular?
No, Flara is extremely rare. It ranked unranked in recent years and has not appeared in the top 1000 since at least the 1900s.
Is Flara a boy's or girl's name?
Flara is typically used for girls, as it resembles feminine names like Flora and Clara.