Lara sits comfortably in the UK charts at #98 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
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UK Rank 2024
#98
US Rank #740
About the Name Lara
Lara is holding steady in the rankings at #98. It reached its peak of #85 in 2022 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has broken into the UK top 100 on 9 occasions, signalling genuine mainstream interest.
Lara 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 sits at #740 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Lara
Unlikely. With around 474 UK babies named Lara per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Lara in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Lara has held a stable position around #98 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #85 in 2022 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Lara is more popular in the UK (#98) than in the US (#740). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Notable people named Lara include: Brian Lara — Brian Charles Lara, is a Trinidadian former international cricketer, widely renowned as one of the greatest batsmen of all time.; Luana Lopes Lara — Luana Lopes Lara is a Brazilian entrepreneur, who currently serves as the chief operating officer (COO) of the online prediction market site Kalshi, which she...; Raúl Lara — Raúl Rodrigo Lara Tovar is a Mexican former professional footballer who played as a midfielder and manager..
Lara ranks #740 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.
474
UK babies named Lara (2024)
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Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.2
In a school of 600
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Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Lara
Likely around 1 other Lara 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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