NAME PROFILE
Ora
Ora is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'light.' It conveys a sense of brightness, positivity, and inspiration, suggesting a personality that brings joy and enlightenment to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 44,894 |
| Gender | Female (4% / 96%) |
| Peak year | 1919 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
KY — 23%IL — 21%MO — 19%TX — 18%OH — 18%
Notable People
Ora Etzkin (Artist, known for her abstract works) · Ora Koren (Israeli politician and activist) · Ora Dione (American singer-songwriter) · Ora Mae (American author known for children's books) · Ora Ray (Fashion designer and influencer)
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