Darah
DAH-ruh
Darah is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Possibly a short form of names like Sarah or a variation of Dara, meaning 'oak tree' or 'star'.”. It currently ranks #4907 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1988.
What Darah Means
“Possibly a short form of names like Sarah or a variation of Dara, meaning 'oak tree' or 'star'.”
The Story of Darah
This name carries the ancient strength of the oak and the distant shimmer of starlight, grounding and celestial all at once.
Darah is a name with roots suggesting steadfastness and cosmic wonder. It is possibly a variation of the Irish name Dara, meaning 'oak tree,' symbolizing strength and endurance, or it could be linked to the Persian word for 'star.' First appearing in data around 1951, Darah saw its popularity peak in 1988, resonating with parents seeking a name that felt both earthy and ethereal.
To say 'Darah' is to feel a connection to something enduring. You might imagine the rustle of oak leaves or the silent, vast expanse of a starry night. When you write her name on a birth announcement, its clean lines speak of reliability and wisdom. It’s a name that feels solid beneath your fingers, yet inspires dreams of distant galaxies, a perfect echo of the strength and wonder you see in your child.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#35 in 1988
Total Births
1,053
First Recorded
1951
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