How Many People Are Named Aura?
Complete statistics for the name Aura: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aura means 'breeze' or 'light', giving it a serene vibe. Only 1 in 83,778 Americans share this name, making it very rare among female names. With 58% under 30, Aura's definitely a modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 35All 4,684 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aura Through the Generations
People named Aura have been rising in popularity since the early 2000s, peaking in 2024 with 309 births. Today, there are 3,939 living Auras in the US, with most around 35 years old. The age distribution shows a younger skew, with 2,722 under 30, 1,042 between 30 and 60, and 920 over 60, indicating it's a name embraced by newer generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aura's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Aura
How Many People Have the Name Aura?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 153 people in the United States currently share the name Aura. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,166,335 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aura a Common or Rare Name?
Aura is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Aura Mean?
Aura means "breeze, light" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aura in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Aura Most Popular?
The name Aura reached peak popularity in 2024, with 309 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Aura?
Approximately 153 people named Aura live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 153. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,166,335 Americans.
Is Aura a rare name?
Aura is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,166,335 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aura mean?
Aura means "breeze, light" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Aura more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aura are male and 100% are female.
When was Aura most popular?
Aura peaked in 2024 with 309 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.