Khyra

Q: What is the origin of Khyra?

Khyra is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Khyra a girl name?

Khyra is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dark; Black"

Khyra is a modern spelling variant of Kyra or Ciara, often associated with Irish derived meanings related to dark coloration.

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Popularity History of Khyra

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9885Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Khyra did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

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Baby Name Lists That Include Khyra

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Khyra mean?

Khyra means "Dark; Black". Khyra is a modern spelling variant of Kyra or Ciara, often associated with Irish derived meanings related to dark colora

What is the origin of Khyra?

Khyra is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Khyra?

According to the latest SSA data, Khyra is currently ranked #9885 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Khyra a girl name?

Khyra is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Khyra?

Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.

What names are similar to Khyra?

There are many names similar to Khyra in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, English

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#9885

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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