Dhara
Fact sheet
- Name
- Dhara
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Dhara is an Indian first name for girls. It translates as 'the flowing one', 'everything that flows', or 'the waterfall'.
What does the name Dhara mean?
Dhara is a girl's name of Indian origin, whose meanings include 'the flowing one', 'everything that flows', or 'the waterfall'. The roots of the name lie in Sanskrit, derived from the word dhārā (धारा), which stands for 'stream', 'flow', 'river', 'waterfall', or also 'sharp edge', 'blade'.
Where does the name Dhara come from?
The first name Dhara has its origin in Sanskrit and means 'the flowing one'. The linguistic derivation comes from dhārā (धारा), which means 'stream', 'flow', 'river', 'waterfall', or 'sharp edge', 'blade'. The name is used in the languages Hindi and Indian.
How do you pronounce Dhara?
Dhara is pronounced approximately as 'Dha-ra'.
Popularity
In Germany, Dhara is a relatively common first name. In 2022, the name ranked 3,777th in the list of the most common female baby names. Over the last ten years, Dhara has been chosen as a first name about 10 times, placing it 7,402nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,788th. The global popularity of the name is reflected in its rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Dhars
Frequently asked questions about the name Dhara
Where does the name Dhara come from?
The name Dhara has its roots in Sanskrit and is primarily used in the languages Hindi and Indian.
What does the name Dhara mean?
Dhara means 'the flowing one' and also encompasses terms like 'stream', 'flow', 'river', and 'waterfall'.
How popular is the name Dhara?
The popularity of the name Dhara varies, but it is particularly common in India and among Indian communities.