Doris vs Lara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Boy #19,879 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of the ocean"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #20,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"household spirit, ancestral guardian"

Origin: Latin

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Doris Rank #19,879

Lara Rank #20,060

Doris is more popular, ranked #19879 vs #20060 for Lara.

Is Doris or Lara more popular?

Doris is more popular, ranked #19879 compared to Lara at #20060 in the United States.

What do Doris and Lara mean?

Doris means "gift of the ocean" (Greek origin). Lara means "household spirit, ancestral guardian" (Latin origin).

Are Doris and Lara boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a boy name. Lara is primarily a boy name.