Kiara Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkee-AH-rah / kiˈɑːrəItalian; Irish; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'bright'; Irish: 'little dark one'; Latin: 'light'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kiara is a name with multiple cultural origins, most notably Italian and Irish. In Italian, it is often associated with brightness and clarity. The Irish variant is derived from the name Ciara, which has historical roots in Irish culture. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the United States, since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Kiara has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States, particularly since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiera
- Ciara
International Variants
- Kiara (Italian)
- Ciara (Irish)
- Kira (Russian)
- Kyra (Greek)
Famous people named Kiara
Kiara Advani is an Indian actress known for her roles in Bollywood films.
Kiara Kabukuru is a Rwandan-American model and former Miss Africa.
Kiara McCarthy is an American singer-songwriter recognized for her contributions to contemporary music.
Fictional characters named Kiara
Kiara is a character in Disney's 'The Lion King II: Simba's Pride', known as the daughter of Simba and Nala.
Kiara is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', appearing in various titles as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiara was first seen in the United States in 1968. Kiara has ranked as high as #170 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kiara has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiara (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 206 | |
| TX | 144 | |
| NY | 109 | |
| FL | 88 | |
| NJ | 69 | |
| IL | 46 | |
| GA | 45 | |
| MA | 41 | |
| VA | 40 | |
| PA | 38 | |
| NC | 36 | |
| MD | 34 | |
| OH | 33 | |
| WA | 32 | |
| TN | 28 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 43 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 58 |
| 1982 | 81 |
| 1983 | 69 |
| 1984 | 73 |
| 1985 | 99 |
| 1986 | 94 |
| 1987 | 128 |
| 1988 | 222 |
| 1989 | 2,624 |
| 1990 | 1,690 |
| 1991 | 1,735 |
| 1992 | 1,568 |
| 1993 | 1,522 |
| 1994 | 1,445 |
| 1995 | 1,451 |
| 1996 | 1,389 |
| 1997 | 1,263 |
| 1998 | 1,734 |
| 1999 | 4,024 |
| 2000 | 2,560 |
| 2001 | 2,290 |
| 2002 | 2,103 |
| 2003 | 1,876 |
| 2004 | 1,828 |
| 2005 | 2,149 |
| 2006 | 1,905 |
| 2007 | 1,621 |
| 2008 | 1,422 |
| 2009 | 1,158 |
| 2010 | 984 |
| 2011 | 988 |
| 2012 | 921 |
| 2013 | 1,037 |
| 2014 | 924 |
| 2015 | 817 |
| 2016 | 855 |
| 2017 | 889 |
| 2018 | 961 |
| 2019 | 1,092 |
| 2020 | 1,036 |
| 2021 | 990 |
| 2022 | 1,223 |
| 2023 | 1,304 |
| 2024 | 1,310 |