Ayra
Ayra is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Respectable, noble, or honorable.
Origin and history
Ayra is a name of Arabic and Persian origins, often interpreted as meaning 'respectable', 'noble', or 'eye-opening'. It has seen a sharp rise in popularity in the United States in recent years, particularly in the 2020s. Its short, melodic structure fits well into contemporary modern name trends.
Popularity in the United States
2,274 babies in the United States have been named Ayra since 1880. It ranks #3692 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #971.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.6 %)
- CA (17.9 %)
- NY (12.2 %)
- NJ (6.8 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 13 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 653 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,474 |
Fun facts
- More than half of all recorded U.S. births for the name Ayra have occurred since 2020.
- While commonly traced to Arabic and Persian roots, similar-sounding names appear across various cultures with distinct meanings.