Kira: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KEER-uh · 2 syllables
Variant of Kyra or borrowed from Russian (Kira), ultimately from Persian (Kurus). Also used as a respelling of Ciara, from Irish [Term?].
- Origin
- Persian, Irish, Slavic
- Pronunciation
- KEER-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #385
- US babies a year
- about 765 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2000
How popular is Kira?
Kira was the #385 name in the US in 2025, given to 801 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2000.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #385 |
| England & Wales | #445 |
| Scotland | #765 |
| Ireland | #328 |
| France | #811 |
| Norway | #349 |
| Canada | #288 |
| Australia | #337 |
How old are people named Kira?
Half of US adults named Kira are older than 28; most are between 18 and 51. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Kira
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Questions about Kira
How do you pronounce Kira?
Kira is pronounced KEER-uh.
How popular is the name Kira?
Kira was the #385 name in the US in 2025, given to 801 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2000.
How old are people named Kira?
Half of US adults named Kira are older than 28. Most are between 18 and 51.