Elira Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-LEE-rah / ɛˈliːrəAlbanian; Hebrew
Meaning
bright; God is my light
Historical & Cultural Background
In Albanian, Elira is derived from 'elir', meaning 'to be free' or 'bright', reflecting themes of liberation and positivity in Albanian culture. In Hebrew, it is a feminine form of the name Eliezer, which means 'God is my help', often associated with faith and divine assistance. Both origins highlight strong, uplifting qualities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Elira
- Elirae
International Variants
- Elira (Albanian)
- Elira (Hebrew)
Famous people named Elira
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Fictional characters named Elira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elira was first seen in the United States in 2008. Elira has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elira
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 19 |