Saira
Saira is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Traveler, wanderer, or poet/singer.
Origin and history
Saira is a feminine name primarily derived from Arabic roots, where it is often interpreted as meaning a traveler, wanderer, or poet/singer. It is also used in various South Asian and Middle Eastern cultures as a variant of Sarah or Sairah. In the United States, Saira has seen moderate, steady usage as an uncommon yet accessible choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,645 babies in the United States have been named Saira since 1880. It ranks #2923 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1516.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.3 %)
- TX (23.1 %)
- NY (16.1 %)
- IL (3.3 %)
- FL (2.7 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 115 |
| 1980-1990 | 372 |
| 1990-2000 | 718 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,070 |
| 2010-2019 | 778 |
| 2020-2029 | 587 |
Famous people named Saira
- Saira Khan: Television Presenter, Businesswoman
- Saira Banu: Actress
Fun facts
- In Urdu and Arabic literary contexts, the root of Saira is closely tied to poetry and storytelling.
- Saira functions well across multiple languages due to its phonetic similarity to names like Sarah and Chiara.