Kara is a name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish word "carra" which means "friend". It is also believed to have been derived from the Celtic name "Carat", which means "loved" or "dear". The name Kara has been used in various forms throughout history, such as Cara and Carina. In some cultures, it is also considered a unisex name. Despite its Irish origins, the name Kara has gained popularity worldwide and can be found in many countries today.
The name Kara has been given to a total of 282 babies in the United States since 1915, according to the statistics provided. While it was not a particularly popular name throughout most of the first half of the 20th century, with only six births recorded in both 1915 and 1916, there was a significant increase in its usage during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
In fact, the name Kara was given to more babies than any other year between 1982 and 1987, with peaks of 17 births recorded in both 1983 and 1986. This popularity continued into the early 1990s, with another peak of 15 births recorded in 1989.
However, after reaching a high point in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the usage of the name Kara began to decline once again. There were only five births recorded in both 1990 and 1992, and it was not until 2004 that another eight babies were given the name Kara.
Overall, while the name Kara has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, it has been a relatively uncommon choice for parents in the United States since 1915. Nonetheless, with over two hundred eighty-two babies having been named Kara during this time period, it remains a distinctive and memorable option for those looking to give their child a unique name.