Beloved or dear
Derived from the Italian word for 'dear' or 'beloved', it also has roots in Irish where it means 'friend'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a simple, sweet alternative to longer names like Caroline.
Less common today
Cara isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #228 in 1991.
English fashion model and actress
American actress known for Stranger Things
Former Rebel shock trooper · The Mandalorian
Irish folk singer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
