Holding steady.
Popularity of Gara since 1916
Babies named Gara per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 53 |
| 1960s | 57 |
| 1970s | 90 |
| 1980s | 51 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gara is a rare and distinctive name that has never entered the top 1,000 in U.S. popularity charts. Its earliest recorded use was in 1916, and it reached its peak year in 1972, though overall usage remains extremely low. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant resurgence or decline. While its origins are unclear, it may be a short form of Margaret or a variant of Gara, a Hungarian surname. As a modern English coinage, Gara offers a simple, two-syllable sound that pairs well with both classic and contemporary sibling names.
Gara may have originated as a nickname or diminutive for longer names such as Margaret (which means 'pearl' in Greek) or as a variant of the Hungarian name Gara. It has also been used as a given name in its own right, particularly in the United States, appearing sporadically since the early 20th century. Its usage has remained rare and stable over time.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Garrah
Sibling names for Gara
Names that share Gara's style, for a brother or sister.
