Lera
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Reference To The Virgin Mary
- Origin
- Spanish
Lera Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,599 baby girls have been named Lera. The name peaked in 1921 with 73 US births that year (rank #864). In 2024, ranked #14454 nationally — 13,590 places below its 1921 peak.
Top States for Lera
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Lera births are: Texas (249), Alabama (213), Tennessee (102).
Other Spanish-Origin Names Like Lera
If you like Lera's Spanish origin, consider these related names: Abran, Abril, Adana, Adelita, Adella. Browse all Spanish names →
4-Letter Names Starting with L
Names with Lera's exact length and starting letter: Lace, Lach, Laci, Laco, Lacy.
Quick Facts About Lera
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Compare Lera to Other Popular Names
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