Holding steady.
Popularity of Ura since 1886
Babies named Ura per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ura's real moment was 1891.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 23 | 5 |
| 1890s | 101 | 0 |
| 1900s | 67 | 0 |
| 1910s | 124 | 19 |
| 1920s | 113 | 20 |
| 1930s | 49 | 16 |
| 1940s | 26 | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ura is an exceedingly rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1887. Its peak year was 1891, during which it was most frequently recorded, though overall numbers remain very low. The name has a trajectory described as stable, meaning its usage has not significantly changed over time, remaining consistently uncommon. While top states are not available due to sparse data, the name's distribution was likely scattered. The origins of Ura are uncertain; it may be a variant of the Hebrew Uria or an Anglicized form of the Irish Úna. Given its obscurity, Ura appeals to parents seeking a distinctive historical name with potential multicultural roots.
The name Ura is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Uria, a Hebrew name meaning 'the Lord is my light,' or a short form of names like Uriel. Alternatively, it could be an Anglicized spelling of the Irish name Úna, which means 'lamb' or 'unity.' The name appeared in the United States in the late 19th century, with its peak usage in 1891, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Ura
Names that share Ura's style, for a brother or sister.
