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Elara is a feminine name used in Greek Mythology. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Possibly derived from Greek ἄλαρα (alara) meaning ‘hazelnut, spear-shaft’. In Greek mythology Elara was one of Zeus's mortal lovers and by him the mother of the giant Tityos." It ranked #942 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, possibly derived from Greek ἄλαρα (alara) meaning ‘hazelnut, spear-shaft’. In Greek mythology Elara was one of Zeus's mortal lovers and by him the mother of the giant Tityos. The entry lists its usage as Greek Mythology.
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Popularity
Elara ranked #942 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #942 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elara mean?
Elara means "hazelnut, spear-shaft", according to Behind the Name.
Is Elara a popular name?
Elara ranked #942 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Elara a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Elara appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Elara — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
