Aurora: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: uh-ROR-uh · 4 syllables
Everything about the name Aurora: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Dawn»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Latin
Popularity
80 out of 100
About the Name Aurora
Aurora draws on Latin tradition and is generally taken to mean "Dawn." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced uh-ROR-uh and carries 4 syllables. Familiar short forms include Rory, Aura, Rora. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Aurore, Aurelia.
Today Aurora is a well-loved favorite, with a popularity score of 80 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as celestial, romantic. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Aurora.
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FAQ
What does the name Aurora mean?+
The name Aurora means "Dawn".
What is the origin of the name Aurora?+
Aurora is a name of Latin origin.
Is Aurora a girl or boy name?+
Aurora is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Aurora?+
Aurora is pronounced uh-ROR-uh (4 syllables).
What are common nicknames for Aurora?+
Popular short forms include Rory, Aura, Rora.
Is Aurora a popular name?+
Aurora is a well-loved favorite, scoring 80 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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