Cara vs Elara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elara

Girl #1,158 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"mortal princess loved by Zeus (mythological)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,158
Total SSA Count
208
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Lara, Ara

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cara Rank #1,298
Elara Rank #1,158

Elara is more popular, ranked #1158 vs #1298 for Cara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cara ___

  • Cara Rose
  • Cara Ann
  • Cara Louise
  • Cara Elizabeth
  • Cara Jane
  • Cara Mia

Elara ___

  • Elara Rose
  • Elara Jane
  • Elara Violet
  • Elara Mae
  • Elara Celeste
  • Elara Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cara

Fiona Siobhan Declan Liam Erin

If you choose Elara

Luna Lyra Orion Nova Cassia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cara or Elara more popular?

Elara is more popular, ranked #1158 compared to Cara at #1298 in the United States.

What do Cara and Elara mean?

Cara means "dear one, beloved" (Italian/Latin origin). Elara means "mortal princess loved by Zeus (mythological)" (Greek origin).

Are Cara and Elara boy or girl names?

Cara is primarily a girl name. Elara is primarily a girl name.

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