Dura Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOO-rah / /ˈdʊərə/Latin; Hebrew
Meaning
Latin: enduring; Hebrew: a form of the name Dvora, meaning bee
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dura has roots in both Latin and Hebrew cultures. In Latin, it is associated with the concept of endurance and strength. In Hebrew, it is linked to the name Dvora, which has biblical significance. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting different meanings and attributes.
Similar Names
Variants
- Durae
- Durah
International Variants
- Dora (Spanish)
- Darya (Russian)
Famous people named Dura
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dura was first seen in the United States in 1892. Dura has ranked as high as #856 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Georgia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Dura has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dura (1941)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 5 |