Ora Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationOR-uh / /ˈɔːrə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: light; Latin: dawn
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, the name Ora is often associated with brightness and illumination. It has been used in various contexts, including religious texts. The Latin origin connects it to the concept of dawn, symbolizing new beginnings. The name is relatively uncommon in modern usage, making it distinctive.
Trend Summary
The name Ora has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Orah
International Variants
- Ora (Italian)
- Ora (Spanish)
Famous people named Ora
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ora was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ora has ranked as high as #711 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ora (1967)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 64 |
| 1881 | 55 |
| 1882 | 67 |
| 1883 | 65 |
| 1884 | 68 |
| 1885 | 58 |
| 1886 | 63 |
| 1887 | 63 |
| 1888 | 70 |
| 1889 | 47 |
| 1890 | 49 |
| 1891 | 51 |
| 1892 | 53 |
| 1893 | 35 |
| 1894 | 42 |
| 1895 | 52 |
| 1896 | 42 |
| 1897 | 44 |
| 1898 | 39 |
| 1899 | 29 |
| 1900 | 42 |
| 1901 | 34 |
| 1902 | 43 |
| 1903 | 34 |
| 1904 | 36 |
| 1905 | 39 |
| 1906 | 34 |
| 1907 | 30 |
| 1908 | 48 |
| 1909 | 40 |
| 1910 | 53 |
| 1911 | 42 |
| 1912 | 65 |
| 1913 | 84 |
| 1914 | 99 |
| 1915 | 134 |
| 1916 | 153 |
| 1917 | 129 |
| 1918 | 131 |
| 1919 | 158 |
| 1920 | 120 |
| 1921 | 143 |
| 1922 | 156 |
| 1923 | 104 |
| 1924 | 129 |
| 1925 | 118 |
| 1926 | 123 |
| 1927 | 109 |
| 1928 | 108 |
| 1929 | 84 |
| 1930 | 86 |
| 1931 | 87 |
| 1932 | 71 |
| 1933 | 52 |
| 1934 | 82 |
| 1935 | 66 |
| 1936 | 76 |
| 1937 | 67 |
| 1938 | 49 |
| 1939 | 57 |
| 1940 | 50 |
| 1941 | 42 |
| 1942 | 60 |
| 1943 | 57 |
| 1944 | 43 |
| 1945 | 52 |
| 1946 | 46 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 47 |
| 1949 | 37 |
| 1950 | 43 |
| 1951 | 28 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 37 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2024 | 5 |