Aurora is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #80 in 2017 with 665 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,030 births ranking #39. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 4,056.3%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 450 girls born was named Aurora. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Aurora is a radiant classic meaning dawn. It feels dreamy, elegant, and full of light.
The name has mythological and literary depth and became a major modern favourite because of its beauty and vivid imagery. It is one of the strongest celestial-style classics in current use.