Dilara

Meaning of Dilara

Dilara is a feminine appellation of Turkish origin, itself etymologically derived from the Persian components dīl “heart” and ārā “adorn,” collectively connoting “one who adorns the heart” or “beloved,” and is phonetically realized in Turkish as /diˈlaʀa/ (dee-LAH-rah). Within the context of Anglo-American naming practices, Dilara has exhibited a consistent yet modest presence over the past three decades, as evidenced by Social Security Administration data indicating a progression from a rank of 822 in 1989—with seven recorded occurrences—to a rank of 916 in 2024—with thirty-four occurrences—thereby illustrating a gradual upward trajectory in frequency. The sustained popularity of the name in the United States underscores its cross-cultural resonance, which may be attributed to its balanced trisyllabic structure, its evocative semantic emphasis on emotional depth, and its affiliation with literary and cultural traditions spanning from classical Persian poetry to contemporary Turkish usage.

Pronunciation

Turkish

• Pronunced as dee-LAH-rah (/diˈlaʀa/)

• Delara
• Dilay
• Diliana