Aura

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Pronounced AW-ruh /ˈɔː.rə/High

Meaning: From the Greek aura meaning 'breeze' or 'breath of air', and the Latin aura meaning 'gleam of light' or 'radiance'; in New Age contexts refers to the luminous field surrounding a personHigh

In 30 seconds: Aura is a serene two-syllable name from Greek and Latin meaning breeze and luminous radiance. Its elegant simplicity and mystical overtones have made it a quietly rising choice for girls.

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Origin HighGreek, Latin

MeaningFrom the Greek aura meaning 'breeze' or 'breath of air', and the Latin aura meaning 'gleam of light' or 'radiance'; in New Age contexts refers to the luminous field surrounding a person

U.S. rank (2025)#817 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births333 girls (0.02% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,012

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

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History & Origin

Aura comes from the ancient Greek word aura (breeze, breath of air) and the Latin aura (gleam, radiance). In Greek mythology, Aura was a divine figure — a Titaness associated with the gentle morning breeze. The Latin sense of 'radiance' gave rise to the modern use of the word aura to describe the energy field believed to surround living beings, a concept adopted in both medical and spiritual contexts.

As a given name, Aura has been used in both European and Latin American cultures, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Spanish-speaking Americas where it is pronounced with the characteristic open vowel. In English-speaking countries it gained ground in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as parents sought names that felt both classical and spiritually resonant.

Did you know? In Greek mythology, Aura was a Titaness and goddess of the breeze, daughter of the Titan Lelantos. She personified the cool morning air and was venerated as a deity of swift movement.

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Behind the Name — Aura — Greek and Latin etymologyTheoi Greek Mythology — Aura — mythological background

Variations

AuroraOraAurelia

Nicknames

OriAuri

Famous Bearers

★Aura (Greek mythology) (mythological)
Titaness and goddess of the breeze in Greek mythology, daughter of the Titan Lelantos and associated with the cool morning air.

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Laura— shares Aura's Latin roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aura mean?

Aura means breeze or breath of air in Greek, and radiance or gleam of light in Latin.

How do you pronounce Aura?

It is said AW-ruh, with two syllables.

Is Aura a mythological name?

Yes — in Greek mythology, Aura was a Titaness and goddess of the gentle breeze.

Is Aura a popular name?

Aura is a relatively uncommon but growing choice in English-speaking countries, more common in Spanish-speaking cultures.