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Jakara

A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly an invented name.

Name Census estimates that about 459 living Americans carry the first name Jakara. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jakara today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jakara births was 1998 (47 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Jakara. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

People living today

459

~ 1 in 746,741 Americans

Peak year

1998

47 babies that year

Average age

27

years old

2023 SSA rank

#16,150

Tracked since 1977

Popularity

Jakara: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Jakara from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 192 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.

Babies born per year

012243547198019851990199520002005201020152020

Decades

Jakara by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jakara during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1970s055
1980s04848
1990s0192192
2000s0168168
2010s05353
2020s055

Geography

Where Jakaras live

Origin

Meaning and history of Jakara

The name Jakara has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language, which was widely used in the Indian subcontinent dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "jala," meaning water, and "kara," meaning maker or creator. This suggests that the name Jakara may have originally referred to someone associated with water sources, such as a well-digger or an individual responsible for maintaining irrigation systems.

In early Hindu texts and scriptures, particularly the Vedas and the Puranas, there are references to mythological figures and deities associated with water and fertility. While no specific mention of the name Jakara has been found, it is possible that the name was used to honor or invoke these water-related deities during religious ceremonies or rituals.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Jakara can be traced back to ancient inscriptions and documents from the Indian subcontinent, dating back to the 5th century CE. During this period, the name was primarily used by individuals belonging to the Brahmin and Kshatriya castes, which were considered the highest social classes in the Hindu caste system.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Jakara was a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 7th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the study of Vedic literature and his writings on Hinduism's philosophical principles. Unfortunately, many details about his life and works have been lost to time.

Another notable figure with the name Jakara was a Rajput warrior who lived in the 12th century CE. He was celebrated for his valor and military prowess in defending his kingdom against invaders. Historical accounts describe him as a skilled archer and a fearless leader on the battlefield.

In the 15th century CE, there was a Jakara who was a highly regarded poet and author. His works, which primarily focused on love and devotional themes, were widely admired and appreciated during his time. Some of his poems and literary pieces have been preserved and continue to be studied by scholars of classical Indian literature.

During the 17th century CE, a Jakara was a prominent architect and engineer who was responsible for the construction of several magnificent temples and palaces in various parts of India. His innovative designs and architectural techniques were highly praised and influenced the development of Indian architecture for generations to come.

In the 19th century, there was a Jakara who was a renowned social reformer and advocate for women's rights. She worked tirelessly to promote education and improve the lives of women in her community, challenging long-standing societal norms and traditions. Her efforts paved the way for further progress in the fight for gender equality in India.

People

Jakara + last name combinations

How many people share a full name with Jakara as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.

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FAQ

Jakara: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Jakara?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 459 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jakara going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 746,741 US residents.

Is Jakara a common name?

We classify Jakara as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 471 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Jakara most popular?

The single biggest year for Jakara was 1998, when 47 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jakara is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Jakara a female name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jakara in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

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