Ciarah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-rah / /ˈkɪə.rə/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: dark; Gaelic: little dark one
Historical & Cultural Background
Ciarah is a variant of the name Ciara, which is derived from the Irish word 'ciar', meaning dark. The name has been popular in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. It is often associated with strength and resilience, reflecting the cultural significance of names in Irish heritage.
Trend Summary
Ciarah has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ciara
- Kiera
International Variants
- Ciara (Irish)
- Kiera (Irish)
Famous people named Ciarah
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Fictional characters named Ciarah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ciarah was first seen in the United States in 1989. Ciarah has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ciarah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ciarah (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |