Elara
Meaning
Goddess of the Moon.
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɑːrə/
Traits associated with the name Elara:
Dogs named Elara tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Elara?
Naming your dog Elara suggests that you have an appreciation for the beauty and mystery of the night sky. Elara is the name of one of Jupiter's moons, and it is also the name of a star in the constellation of Taurus. It suggests that you have a deep appreciation for the natural world and the wonders of the universe.
Is Elara a good dog name?
Elara has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Elara isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Elara is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Elara was, in the past month, the 4600th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Elara is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less 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, Elara was viewed 33 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Elara's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Elara is most adored in Missouri, Utah and Arizona.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, District of Columbia and Pennsylvania.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Elara.
Elara is found in these categories:
celestial
Named after Jupiter's eighth-largest moon, it's out-of-this-world!
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