girl name · Welsh origin
Eira
/ AY-rah /
Meaning
Eira means Snow (Welsh).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
AY-rah
Popularity
#1749 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Eira in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Eira mean?
Eira is the Welsh word for “snow.”
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.
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.