Alara
Alara is a Muslim girl name of Turkish origin, meaning “Water fairy of Turkish legend”.
| Meaning | Water fairy of Turkish legend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | ah-LAH-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Alara
Alara is a girls' name of modern Turkey, tied in folklore to a water fairy. The name also belongs to a river near Antalya and to the medieval castle that stands above its banks, so it carries a strong sense of place along the southern coast. During the 2000s it rose quickly to become one of the stylish choices for Turkish daughters. It is purely Turkish and does not come from any Arabic word.
Is Alara a Muslim name?
Turkish Muslim families use Alara widely, although it is a Turkish name and not an Arabic or specifically Islamic one.
How popular is Alara?
Alara is a popular choice in Turkey and with Turkish families living in Europe.
Gifts with the name Alara
- Alara name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Alara baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Alara
Names similar to Alara
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alara mean?
Alara means 'Water fairy of Turkish legend'. It is of Turkish origin.
Is Alara a Muslim name?
Turkish Muslim families use Alara widely, although it is a Turkish name and not an Arabic or specifically Islamic one.
How do you pronounce Alara?
Alara is pronounced ah-LAH-rah.
Is Alara a boy or girl name?
Alara is usually a girl name.