Ināra is a Latvian feminine given name of uncertain etymology. It is likely an elaboration of Ina, which itself is a short form of names ending in -ina such as Martina, Christina, and Carolina. Through this chain, Ināra is ultimately related to the Roman name Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war.
Cultural Significance
In Latvia, Ināra is a relatively modern name, reflecting the Latvian tradition of creating poetic derivatives from existing names. Its name day is celebrated on May 12, according to the Latvian calendar. While not among the most common names, it remains in use and carries a distinctly Baltic linguistic character.
Notable Bearers
Several Latvian women have borne this name, including Ināra Mūrniece (born 1970), a journalist and politician who served as Speaker of the Saeima; Ināra Rudko (born 1975), a former cross-country skier who competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics; and Ināra Tetereva (born 1953), a noted patron of the arts and philanthropist.
Sources: Wikipedia — Ināra (given name)