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Origin, Meaning, And History of Ara

Ara is a simple and unique name for girls. It has diverse origins and varied meanings in different cultures. The name is mentioned in Armenian mythology as having an unknown meaning that could have a Sumerian origin. In Greek cultures, Ara is derived from the Greek name Ἀρά, meaning ‘cure,’ ‘vow,’ or ‘prayer,’ while in the Pashto language, it means ‘unique’ or ‘original.’

On the other hand, in Japanese cultures, it is believed to derive from the Japanese words ‘a’ and ‘ra,’ symbolizing ‘second, Asia,’ and ‘good.’ Similarly, in Korean, Ara may mean ‘to know,’ ‘good,’ ‘elegant,’ or ‘net for catching birds.’

Ara is also mildly popular in English-speaking cultures, where it is a common diminutive of the name Arabella, which symbolizes ‘invokable.’ Furthermore, for Russians, Ara may be a diminutive of the name Avrora, which has connections with the European name Aurora, meaning ‘dawn’ in Latin.

虽然这个名字已经广受欢迎的投入en name, it has also been used for several places in India, Armenia, Iran, Israel, Norway, Japan, and Ireland. For instance, a mountain in Armenia, a lake in Norway, and several rivers in Japan and Ireland have been given the name Ara. Similarly, a village in Armenia, a city as well as two towns in India, and a village each in Iran and Israel also bear the name Ara.

The beautiful name is phonetically spelled across all continents as ah-RAH. The name is so short that it is difficult to think of pet names. However, some of the more popular ones include Ar and Ra.

虽然unique-sounding名字Ara f是不寻常的or fictional characters in various media, it has found mention in the titles of dramas, newspapers, and songs worldwide. For instance, a 2008 Turkish drama film directed byÜmit Ünalhas been given the name Ara. In addition to this widely acclaimed piece of work, a Catalan-language daily newspaper from Barcelona and a song by Brymo fromThe Son of a Kapentaalso bear the name Ara.

Ara

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Unique; Prayer; Vow
Unisex
Christianity, Islam
Armenian,Kurdish
11
Two
1 word, 3 letters, 2 vowels, 1 consonant
Short and easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Ara?

Pronounced asahr-uh

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Listen to the sound of the name Ara in English.

Famous People With The Name Ara

  • Ara BartlettAmerican lawyer and judge, second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Dakota Territory
  • Ara DinkjianArmenian-American musician, considered one of the top oud players in the world and performed in the closing ceremony of the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens
  • Ara Raoul ParseghianAmerican football player and coach, awarded the AFCA Coach of the Year (1964)
  • Ara GülerArmenian-Turkish photojournalist, awarded the Photographer of the Century for Turkey in 1999
  • Ara BallCanadian screenwriter and film director, two-time Prix Jutra/Prix Iris nominee for Best Live Action Short Film in 2014

Names With Similar Sound As Ara

Here are some names that you can consider if you like the sound of Ara for your baby.

Popular Sibling Names For Ara

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Boy Sibling Names For Ara

Find matching brother names for Ara and create a wonderful team of siblings.

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Girl Sibling Names For Ara

Looking for some suitable sister names for Ara? Check out our collection of beautiful and unique names.

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Other Popular Names Beginning With A

Looking for more baby names starting with the letter A to resonate with your family’s naming tradition or to rhyme with the sibling names? Find a range of alternative names starting with this letter.

Names With Similar Meaning As Ara

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Popular Songs On The Name Ara

Ara’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology

Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name ara. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.

Zodiac Sign (Rashi)

As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.

Rashi (zodiac sign) Mesha (Aries)
Starting letters for Mesha (Aries) rashi A, L, E, I, O
Representation Ram
Element Fire
Ruling body Mars
Quality Movable (chara)

Birth Star (Nakshatra)

Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.

The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Mesha (Aries) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use ourNakshatra Calculator.

Nakshatra Degrees Of The Nakshatra Nakshatra
Lord (Ruler)
Name Syllables
Ashwini (Awasthi, Aswini) Aries (0 to 13.20 degrees) Ketu Chu, Che, Cho, Choo, La, Laa
Bharani Aries (13. 20 to 26.40 degrees) Venus Lee, Lu, Le, Lo, Li
Krittika (Karthikai, Krithika) Aries (26.40 to 30.00 degrees) Sun Aa, Ae, E, Ee, Ai, A, I, Oo, U

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How To Communicate The Name Ara In Other Languages

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Name Numerology For Ara

Baby Name Lists Containing Ara

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Ara?

The name Ara means ‘prayer’ and ‘unique.’

2. What is the origin of the name Ara?

Ara has Armenian and Greek origins.

3. Is Ara a Hindu or Biblical name?

Ara has several linguistic and historical connections. In Hindi, it is linked to meanings such as ‘ornament,’ ‘brings rain,’ and ‘embellishment.’ It is also mentioned in the Old Testament (of the Bible) under 1 Chronicles 7:38 as “The sons of Jether: Jephone, and Phaspha, and Ara.”

4. How popular is the name Ara?

Ara is not a popular name in the US, and it last appeared in the top 1000 list in 1918, with only 52 baby girls named Ara during that year (1).

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  1. Popularity of name Ara.
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