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Kira

female
Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Light; Lady; Sun"

Used across multiple languages; may relate to Russian diminutives, Irish Ciara, or Persian elements, depending on context.

Themes:internationalfeminineshortvariant
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Fact-checked by Marcus Chen

B.A. Anthropology, UC BerkeleyMultilingual (4 languages)Cultural Research Fellow • Senior Name Researcher

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kira

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#455Top 500
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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Kira did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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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

Kira Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kira.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Kira

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Kira, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kira mean?
Kira means "Light; Lady; Sun". Used across multiple languages; may relate to Russian diminutives, Irish Ciara, or Persian elements, depending on contex
What is the origin of Kira?
Kira is of Russian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Kira?
According to the latest SSA data, Kira is currently ranked #455 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 Kira a girl name?
Kira 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 Kira?
Popular nicknames for Kira include kira, ki, ky, ko, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Kira?
There are many names similar to Kira in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginRussian, Irish, Persian
Syllables2
Length4 letters
US Rank#455
Trend→ Stable
Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Kira

Kira has Russian roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Russian baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Kira appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Light and Names That Mean Sun for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Beautiful Irish Baby Names and Persian Baby Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Kira pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Kira beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

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