Elara

eh-LAR-ah3 syllables

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Name of a lover of Zeus in Greek mythology. (Greek mythology)

What does Elara mean?

Greek mythology: Name of a lover of Zeus in Greek mythology.. Elara is a name from Greek mythology, known as one of Zeus's lovers and the mother of the giant Tityos. It is also the name of a moon of Jupiter.

Is Elara a good dog name?

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Elara in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Elara in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Elara suit?

Elegant

Myth & legend

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

The Mysterious Elara

The other dogs at the hotel whispered, 'Elara? Rumor has it she used to chase stars! Let's hope she doesn't try to take over the night shift!'

Names similar to Elara

Ambrosia — Meaning 'immortal' or 'divine food' in Greek mythology.Amrita — A Sanskrit name meaning 'immortal' or 'nectar of immortality'.Antigone — Name of a tragic heroine in Greek mythology.Apollo — God of the sun, music and light.Athina — Greek name derived from Athena, goddess of wisdom.Calypsa — A variation of Calypso, linked to Greek mythology.Elysia — Means 'blissful' or 'from Elysium' in Greek.Guinevere — A name associated with the legendary queen of Arthurian legend.

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