Keira
Keira is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little dark one or dark-haired.
Origin and history
Keira is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Ciarán or Ciara, derived from the Old Irish word for dark or black. It gained significant popularity in the early 2000s in the United States, partly influenced by modern pop culture. Today, it remains a familiar choice for parents seeking a classic Irish name with a contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
33,836 babies in the United States have been named Keira since 1880. It ranks #770 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #532.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.2 %)
- NY (8 %)
- TX (6.7 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- FL (4.7 %)
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 | 99 |
| 1970-1980 | 359 |
| 1980-1990 | 637 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,390 |
| 2000-2010 | 14,520 |
| 2010-2019 | 13,440 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,391 |
Famous people named Keira
- Keira Knightley: Actress
Fun facts
- It is an Anglicization of Ciara, with alternative popular spellings including Kiera and Kyra.
- The name experienced a notable rise in U.S. rankings in the mid-2000s.