girl name · Irish origin
Ciara
/ KEER-uh /
Meaning
Ciara means Dark-haired (Irish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
KEER-uh
Popularity
#1408 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Ciara in the US, 1880–2025
Ciara first appears in US records in 1972. It peaked in 2005, when 2,325 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 155.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Ciara mean?
Ciara is the feminine of Ciar, “dark” or “dark-haired.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ciara mean?
Ciara means Dark-haired. Ciara is the feminine of Ciar, “dark” or “dark-haired.”
What is the origin of the name Ciara?
Ciara is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Ciara?
Ciara is pronounced “KEER-uh.”
Is Ciara a boy or a girl name?
Ciara is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Ciara?
In 2025, Ciara ranked #1408 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ciara most popular?
Ciara was most popular in 2005, when about 2,325 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.