Names Starting With E
GirlGreek#420 in 2025
Elara
Elara is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “Cheerful, shining light.” It ranked #420 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
eh-LAR-uh
Meaning & Origin
The name Elara means “Cheerful, shining light.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
In Greek mythology, Elara was a mortal princess loved by Zeus. Also one of Jupiter's moons. Bridges mythology and astronomy.
Popularity Over Time
#4802024
#4202025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #420 |
| 2024 | #480 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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