Kyra
Kyra is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Lady, mistress, or noblewoman.
Origin and history
Kyra is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from Kyros or Kyria, meaning 'lord' or 'lady'. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The name is often chosen for its sleek, modern sound and classic roots.
Popularity in the United States
38,285 babies in the United States have been named Kyra since 1880. It ranks #709 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #684.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.1 %)
- TX (6.7 %)
- NY (6.1 %)
- PA (5.1 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 17 |
| 1940-1950 | 92 |
| 1950-1960 | 251 |
| 1960-1970 | 715 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,238 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,253 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,942 |
| 2000-2010 | 15,636 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,686 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,450 |
Famous people named Kyra
- Kyra Sedgwick: Actress, Producer
- Kyra Phillips: Journalist, News Anchor
Fun facts
- Kyra is the feminine form of the Greek name Cyrus (or Kyros), which ultimately traces back to ancient Persian roots meaning 'sun' or 'young'.
- The name frequently overlaps in usage with alternative spellings such as Keira, Kira, and Kiera.