UK girl's name
Liara
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin, meaning "calm serenity".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Liara is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Liara popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1302, with 25 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 25 births.
This profile covers 197 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2010 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Liara is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 203 living people in the UK are called Liara. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Liara ranked #1302 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 25 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 25 girls were registered as Liara.
- • Liara ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #749 in 2023.
- • About 203 living people in the UK are estimated to have Liara as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1302
2024
Births in 2024
25
Latest year
Peak year
2024
25 births
Estimated living
203
2026
Meaning
What does Liara mean?
The name Liara is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, spoken in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "lila," meaning "play" or "sport," often associated with the divine play or dance of creation. The name carries a sense of joyfulness, playfulness, and celebration of life's wonders.
In Hindu mythology, the concept of Lila is significant, representing the cosmic dance of the divine, where the universe is seen as a manifestation of the Supreme Being's creative play. The name Liara might have been influenced by this spiritual concept, imbuing it with a spiritual and philosophical depth.
The earliest recorded use of the name Liara can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit texts and inscriptions from the 5th century BCE. One notable mention is found in the Mahabharata, a sacred Hindu epic, where a character named Liara is described as a skilled dancer and performer.
Throughout history, the name Liara has been borne by various individuals, though not as widely known as some other names. One notable figure was Liara Thapa, a 17th-century Nepali princess and warrior known for her bravery and military skills. She played a crucial role in defending her kingdom against invading forces.
In the 19th century, Liara Bellefleur was a French artist and sculptor who gained recognition for her intricate and expressive works. Her sculptures often depicted scenes from nature and mythology, reflecting the playful and creative aspects associated with the name.
Another noteworthy individual was Liara Devi, an Indian social reformer and educator from the early 20th century. She dedicated her life to uplifting women's education and empowerment, establishing several schools and educational institutions.
In the realm of literature, Liara Marquez was a prominent Peruvian poet and writer of the 20th century. Her poetic works celebrated the beauty of nature and the human experience, capturing the essence of joy and wonder that resonates with the name Liara.
Liara Katsumoto, a Japanese dancer and choreographer, made significant contributions to the world of modern dance in the latter half of the 20th century. Her innovative and expressive choreography often drew inspiration from the playful and fluid movements associated with the name's meaning.
While the name Liara may not be as widely used as some other names, it carries a rich cultural and spiritual significance, rooted in the ancient Sanskrit language and Hindu mythology. Its association with playfulness, creativity, and celebration of life's wonders has made it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and beauty.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Liara over time
The chart below shows babies named Liara registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Liara, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 25 births in 2024, compared with 25 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Liara by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Liara was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #1994 | 80 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2433 | 117 | 10 |
Geography
Where Liara is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Liara. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Liara ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #749 in 2023.
Across the UK
Liara in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#749 in 2023
2 years of NRS records, 7 total registered
Related
Names similar to Liara
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Liara: questions and answers
How popular is the name Liara in the UK right now?
In 2024, Liara was ranked #1302 for girls in England and Wales, with 25 births registered.
When was Liara most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 25 babies registered as Liara in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Liara?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly from Latin, meaning "calm serenity".
How many people are called Liara in the UK?
A total of 197 babies have been registered as Liara across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 7 more in Scotland.
Where is Liara most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Liara ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #749 in 2023. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.