Naira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNY-rah / ˈnaɪrəArabic; Hindi; African
Meaning
Arabic: 'radiance'; Hindi: 'gift'; African: 'one who is born in the morning'
Historical & Cultural Background
Naira is a name with multiple cultural origins, primarily found in Arabic-speaking countries, where it signifies brightness or radiance. In Hindi, it conveys the idea of a gift, reflecting a positive connotation. The name is also used in various African cultures, often associated with new beginnings or morning births.
Trend Summary
Naira has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Naira
- Nayra
International Variants
- Naira (Arabic)
- Naira (Hindi)
- Naira (African)
Famous people named Naira
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Naira was first seen in the United States in 1981. Naira has ranked as high as #1297 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Naira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Naira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 55 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 75 |
| 2020 | 54 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 71 |