Aurora is a popular choice in the UK, ranked #43 in 2024. There's a good chance they'll share their name with at least one classmate throughout school.
Origin & Meaning
Latin — Dawn; Roman goddess of sunrise
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UK Rank 2024
#43
US Rank #16
About the Name Aurora
Aurora has never been more popular than it is right now, sitting at UK #43. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has broken into the UK top 100 on 8 occasions, signalling genuine mainstream interest.
Etymologically, Aurora comes from Latin, where it means "Dawn; Roman goddess of sunrise". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.
Aurora is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it ranks even higher at #16, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Aurora
Unlikely. With around 1,002 UK babies named Aurora per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Aurora in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Aurora has held a stable position around #43 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #43 in 2024 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
The name Aurora has Latin origins and means "Dawn; Roman goddess of sunrise". Names with clear etymological roots tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles and give children a story to tell about their name.
Notable people named Aurora include: Aurora Giovinazzo — Aurora Giovinazzo is an Italian actress and professional dancer.; Aurora Snow — Aurora Snow is a retired American pornographic actress, director, and columnist..
Yes — Aurora is very popular in the United States, ranked #16 in 2024. It's a transatlantic favourite used widely on both sides of the Atlantic.
1,002
UK babies named Aurora (2024)
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Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.5
In a school of 600
↑ 21 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Aurora
Likely around 1 other Aurora in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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