Kirra
Kirra is a girl's name of Other origin.
Meaning
Leaf, twig, or beautiful woman.
Origin and history
Kirra is a feminine name derived from an Indigenous Australian word often translated as leaf, twig, or beautiful woman. It gained visibility as a place name, notably Kirra Beach in Queensland, Australia, a world-famous surfing location. In the United States, it remains an uncommon yet modern choice for parents seeking an nature-inspired name.
Popularity in the United States
2,605 babies in the United States have been named Kirra since 1880. It ranks #3462 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.6 %)
- FL (15 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
- HI (3.9 %)
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 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 107 |
| 1990-2000 | 235 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,076 |
| 2010-2019 | 950 |
| 2020-2029 | 207 |
Fun facts
- Kirra Beach in Queensland, Australia, is famous internationally as one of the world's premier break points for surfing.
- The name stems from the Yugambeh-Bundjalung language group of eastern Australia.