Dhara Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-rah / /ˈdʌrə/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: Earth; Hindi: Flowing water
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dhara has roots in Sanskrit, where it signifies 'earth' or 'to hold.' In Hindu culture, it is often associated with the nurturing aspects of the earth and nature. The name is also used in various Indian languages, reflecting its significance in the cultural context. It is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in contemporary times.
Trend Summary
The name Dhara has seen a gradual increase in usage in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dharini
- Dharita
International Variants
- Dara (Irish)
- Dara (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dhara was first seen in the United States in 1985. Dhara has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New Jersey, Illinois, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Dhara has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dhara (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 28 |