Aura: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced OR-uh · 2 syllables
Aura means “breeze”, from English.
The name of the deity is from Ancient Greek (Aura), from (aura, “breeze”).
- Meaning
- breeze
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- OR-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #817
- US babies a year
- about 327 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1890
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Aura?
Aura was the #817 name in the US in 2025, given to 340 babies. It’s rising: up 231% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1890.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #817 |
| England & Wales | #720 |
| Scotland | #544 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Ireland | #846 |
How old are people named Aura?
Half of US adults named Aura are older than 70; most are between 25 and 91. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Aura
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Aura
What does the name Aura mean?
Aura means “breeze”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Aura?
Aura is pronounced OR-uh.
How popular is the name Aura?
Aura was the #817 name in the US in 2025, given to 340 babies. It’s rising: up 231% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1890.
How old are people named Aura?
Half of US adults named Aura are older than 70. Most are between 25 and 91.