Kara vs Chaska

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kara

Boy #11,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"black, dark"

Origin: Turkish

Cultural Roots

Turkish Italian Scandinavian Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#11,939
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kara Rank #11,939
Chaska Rank #12,009

Kara is more popular, ranked #11939 vs #12009 for Chaska.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kara or Chaska more popular?

Kara is more popular, ranked #11939 compared to Chaska at #12009 in the United States.

What do Kara and Chaska mean?

Kara means "black, dark" (Turkish origin).

Are Kara and Chaska boy or girl names?

Kara is primarily a boy name. Chaska is primarily a boy name.

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