Dara
Girl / Boy name · 145 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Dara: 145 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 9 births in 2014.
Rooted in Irish and Scottish Gaelic, Dara means “oak” or “fruitful,” derived from *doire* (a grove of oaks) – a nod to strength and resilience in Celtic tradition. The name is also used in Khmer with the meaning “star.” One of its most famous bearers is Irish comedian and TV host Dara Ó Briain, known for his quick wit and Mock the Week. Olympic swimmer Dara Torres,
Girl 18 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20045 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7903 babies
- Total births
- 61since 1986
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 11%vs prior 5y
Boy 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20149 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #5605 babies
- Total births
- 84since 2000
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 24%vs prior 5y