Vira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEER-uh / ˈvɪərəSanskrit; Slavic
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'brave'; Slavic: 'faith'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Vira is often associated with valor and bravery, commonly used in various Indian cultures. In Slavic contexts, it can denote faith and is sometimes linked to the word for 'truth'. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a blend of strength and belief. It remains relatively uncommon in Western contexts but has seen some usage in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Vira has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vira
- Veera
International Variants
- Vira (Sanskrit); Vera (Russian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vira was first seen in the United States in 1882. Vira has ranked as high as #801 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Mississippi, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Vira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vira (1936)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 6 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 11 |
| 1892 | 14 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 21 |
| 1897 | 12 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1899 | 15 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 14 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 14 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 39 |
| 1917 | 30 |
| 1918 | 34 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 13 |