Aurora is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #69 in 2018 with 752 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,030 births ranking #39. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 4,600.0%. In 2018, approximately 1 in every 383 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.