Ciara Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-rah / /ˈkɪərə/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'little dark one'; Latin: 'glorious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ciara is derived from the Irish name 'Ciara', which is a feminine form of 'Ciar', meaning dark or black. It has been used in Ireland for centuries and is associated with several saints. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. In addition to its Irish roots, the name has Latin connections, where it can mean 'glorious'.
Trend Summary
Ciara has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiera
- Keira
- Kyra
International Variants
- Kira (Russian)
- Chiara (Italian)
- Ciarra (Italian)
Famous people named Ciara
Ciara Princess Harris is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer known for her hit songs and energetic performances.
Ciara Renée is an American actress and singer recognized for her roles in Broadway productions and television series.
Ciara McCormack is a Canadian soccer player who has represented her country at various international levels.
Ciara O'Neill is an Irish author known for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Fictional characters named Ciara
Ciara is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for her role as a guardian spirit.
Ciara is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', where she appears as a fairy godparent.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ciara was first seen in the United States in 1972. Ciara has ranked as high as #316 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ciara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ciara (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 22 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| CT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 74 |
| 1980 | 95 |
| 1981 | 122 |
| 1982 | 179 |
| 1983 | 175 |
| 1984 | 235 |
| 1985 | 549 |
| 1986 | 733 |
| 1987 | 770 |
| 1988 | 703 |
| 1989 | 884 |
| 1990 | 944 |
| 1991 | 1,050 |
| 1992 | 1,370 |
| 1993 | 1,436 |
| 1994 | 1,401 |
| 1995 | 1,586 |
| 1996 | 1,429 |
| 1997 | 1,401 |
| 1998 | 1,232 |
| 1999 | 1,219 |
| 2000 | 1,139 |
| 2001 | 1,005 |
| 2002 | 904 |
| 2003 | 791 |
| 2004 | 980 |
| 2005 | 2,325 |
| 2006 | 1,609 |
| 2007 | 1,364 |
| 2008 | 1,041 |
| 2009 | 888 |
| 2010 | 701 |
| 2011 | 556 |
| 2012 | 475 |
| 2013 | 437 |
| 2014 | 424 |
| 2015 | 372 |
| 2016 | 324 |
| 2017 | 244 |
| 2018 | 259 |
| 2019 | 204 |
| 2020 | 188 |
| 2021 | 215 |
| 2022 | 192 |
| 2023 | 170 |
| 2024 | 167 |