Aurora is a highly popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #49 in 2022 with 972 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,030 births ranking #39. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 5,975.0%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 271 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.