Eira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-rah / /ˈeɪ.rə/Welsh; Scandinavian
Meaning
Welsh: snow; Scandinavian: mercy
Historical & Cultural Background
Eira is a name of Welsh origin, meaning 'snow', which reflects the natural beauty of the Welsh landscape. In Scandinavian contexts, it can mean 'mercy' or 'help'. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Wales and among those with Scandinavian heritage. It is often associated with purity and tranquility due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Eira has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eir
- Eirwen
International Variants
- Eira (Welsh)
- Eira (Norwegian)
- Eira (Swedish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eira was first seen in the United States in 1979. Eira has ranked as high as #1313 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Minnesota, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Eira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 65 |
| 2020 | 72 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 76 |