Laira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-rah / /ˈleɪ.rə/English; Latin
Meaning
English: cheerful; Latin: derived from 'laurus' meaning laurel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Laira has roots in English and Latin. In English, it is often associated with a cheerful disposition. The Latin connection ties it to the laurel tree, which symbolizes victory and honor. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity in different cultures. It is often used as a modern variation of more traditional names.
Trend Summary
The name Laira has not been widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lara
- Lyra
International Variants
- Lara (Spanish)
- Lyra (Greek)
Famous people named Laira
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Fictional characters named Laira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laira was first seen in the United States in 1979. Laira has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Laira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laira
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |