Meaning From the Celtic meaning 'friend' or the Italian meaning 'dear' or 'beloved.' Origin of Kara Celtic , Irish Popular Middle Names Ann, Elizabeth, Grace, Mae, Jean, Rose, Sheree, Joyce, Kiyomi, Lakyn Pronunciation 🔊 Listen Kara KAH-ra Similar Names Takara Allana Ghaada Keandra Yavonna Dafne Divina Arleigh Ailis Berget Year by Year Popularity of Kara