Eira
Eira first appears in US records in 1979. It peaked in 2025, when 116 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 116.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Eira popular?
Near its peak Eira is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 474 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 321 | |
| 2000s | 51 | |
| 1990s | 11 | |
| 1980s | 16 | |
| 1970s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Eira mean?
Eira is the Welsh word for “snow.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eira mean?
Eira means Snow. Eira is the Welsh word for “snow.”
What is the origin of the name Eira?
Eira is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Eira?
Eira is pronounced “AY-rah.”
Is Eira a boy or a girl name?
Eira is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Eira a popular name right now?
Eira is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Eira?
In 2025, Eira ranked #1749 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Eira most popular?
Eira was most popular in 2025, when about 116 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Eira?
Names similar to Eira include Seren, Carys, Bronwen, Olwen, Angharad.
What names go well with Eira?
Welsh names that pair well with Eira include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Owen, Reese.