Aura

Female

Meaning

Glowing light

Origin

Latin

Pronunciation

/ˈɔːrə/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

I'm a real sucker for dreamy, spiritual names, because the sheer concept of them seems relaxing.

Aura is a radiant name for your canine companion, and works especially well for a fluffy girl. It's a nod to the ancient Greeks, who personified Aura as the goddess of the breeze. So it's perfect for dogs with a breezy, carefree spirit.

Plus, Aura is a kind of New Age shout-out to the unseen energy that surrounds us all.

So, whether your pup is a history buff, a spiritual guru, or just has that certain je ne sais quoi, Aura is a perfect name. Because let's be honest, who wouldn't want their dog to have an aura of awesomeness?

Traits associated with the name Aura:

Dogs named Aura tend to be loving, loyal, resilient, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Aura?

That you have an appreciation for the spiritual and metaphysical. You may be drawn to the idea of energy and the power of the universe.

Is Aura a good dog name?

Aura has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Aura is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Aura is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Aura outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Aura was, in the past month, the 481st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Aura is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Aura was viewed 76 times, and liked 5 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Aura's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Aura is most adored in Utah, Hawaii and Oregon.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Arizona and Ohio.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Aura.

Aura is found in these categories:

celestial dog names
celestial

Radiates heavenly energy, referencing the ethereal light surrounding divine beings.

spiritual dog names
spiritual

Aura refers to an invisible energy field surrounding a being, often associated with spirituality and mysticism.

Dog names like Aura:

Asa
Healer; physician.
Rising sun.
Righteous, fair.
Crowned.
Generosity.
Veneration or respect paid to the saints and angels.
Aura dog name meaning

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