Kiarra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-ar-uh / /ˈkɪə.rə/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: dark; Latin: bright
Historical & Cultural Background
Kiarra is often considered a modern variation of the name Ciara, which has Irish roots. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its dual meanings reflect contrasting qualities, making it appealing to a wide audience.
Trend Summary
Kiarra has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiara
- Kiera
- Ciara
International Variants
- Kiara (Italian)
- Ciara (Irish)
Famous people named Kiarra
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Fictional characters named Kiarra
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiarra was first seen in the United States in 1981. Kiarra has ranked as high as #1007 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kiarra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiarra (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 147 |
| 1990 | 119 |
| 1991 | 95 |
| 1992 | 104 |
| 1993 | 108 |
| 1994 | 112 |
| 1995 | 131 |
| 1996 | 132 |
| 1997 | 123 |
| 1998 | 146 |
| 1999 | 291 |
| 2000 | 265 |
| 2001 | 211 |
| 2002 | 171 |
| 2003 | 177 |
| 2004 | 161 |
| 2005 | 198 |
| 2006 | 171 |
| 2007 | 127 |
| 2008 | 82 |
| 2009 | 112 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 15 |