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Emad vs Dara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emad

Boy #3,556 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"backbone, foundation"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Persian Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,556
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emad Rank #3,556
Dara Rank #3,573

Emad is more popular, ranked #3556 vs #3573 for Dara.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emad or Dara more popular?

Emad is more popular, ranked #3556 compared to Dara at #3573 in the United States.

What do Emad and Dara mean?

Emad means "backbone, foundation" (Arabic origin). Dara means "oak tree, oak grove" (Old Irish dair origin).

Are Emad and Dara boy or girl names?

Emad is primarily a boy name. Dara is primarily a boy name.

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