Alara

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Alara is a Muslim girl name meaning “Water fairy (in Turkish legend)”.

MeaningWater fairy (in Turkish legend)
GenderGirl
OriginTurkish
Pronunciationah-LAH-rah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Alara

Alara is a modern Turkish girls' name. It is linked to a legendary water fairy and to the Alara River and medieval Alara Castle near Antalya. It became one of the more fashionable girls' names in Turkey in the 2000s. It has no Arabic root.

Is Alara a Muslim name?

Yes, Alara is used by Muslim families in Turkey, though it is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic or Islamic one.

Where is the name Alara used?

Popular in Turkey and among Turkish families in Europe.

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Spellings and variants of Alara

Alarah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Alara mean?

Alara means 'Water fairy (in Turkish legend)'. It comes from Turkish.

Is Alara a Muslim name?

Yes, Alara is used by Muslim families in Turkey, though it is a Turkish name rather than an Arabic or Islamic one.

How do you pronounce Alara?

Alara is pronounced ah-LAH-rah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.