Keira
Keira first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2006, when 3,022 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Keira popular?
Declining Keira is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 3,391 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 13,440 | |
| 2000s | 14,520 | |
| 1990s | 1,390 | |
| 1980s | 637 | |
| 1970s | 359 | |
| 1960s | 99 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Keira mean?
Anglicized spelling of the Irish Ciara, derived from Old Irish 'ciar' meaning 'black, dark'. Same root as Ciaran/Kieran; refers to dark hair or complexion.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Keira mean?
Keira means dark, black-haired. Anglicized spelling of the Irish Ciara, derived from Old Irish 'ciar' meaning 'black, dark'. Same root as Ciaran/Kieran; refers to dark hair or complexion.
What is the origin of the name Keira?
Keira is of irish origin.
How do you pronounce Keira?
Keira is pronounced “KEER-ah.”
Is Keira a boy or a girl name?
Keira is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Keira a popular name right now?
Keira is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Keira?
In 2025, Keira ranked #622 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Keira most popular?
Keira was most popular in 2006, when about 3,022 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Keira?
Names similar to Keira include Maeve, Ciara, Deirdre, Saoirse, Siobhan.
What names go well with Keira?
irish names that pair well with Keira include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.