Anne vs Lara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anne

Girl #650 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#650
Total SSA Count
450
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie, Ann

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Anne Rank #650
Lara Rank #740

Anne is more popular, ranked #650 vs #740 for Lara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anne ___

  • Anne Marie
  • Anne Elizabeth
  • Anne Louise
  • Anne Catherine
  • Anne Margaret
  • Anne Victoria

Lara ___

  • Lara Jane
  • Lara Rose
  • Lara Grace
  • Lara Belle
  • Lara Kate
  • Lara Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Anne

Charles Henry Margaret Eleanor George

If you choose Lara

Sasha Natasha Ivan Mira Vera

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anne or Lara more popular?

Anne is more popular, ranked #650 compared to Lara at #740 in the United States.

What do Anne and Lara mean?

Anne means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Lara means "bay laurel (victory)" (Latin origin).

Are Anne and Lara boy or girl names?

Anne is primarily a girl name. Lara is primarily a girl name.

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