Modern American creation, possibly meaning the one who is pure
Lakera is a modern rhythmic name likely created within African American naming traditions. It often combines the popular 'La-' prefix with the name Kera, which can be a variant of the Greek name Katherine or the Irish Ciara. As a result, it is often associated with meanings like 'pure' or 'dark-haired'.
Less common today
Lakera isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,553 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
