Nakira Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnah-KEE-rah / nəˈkiːrəJapanese; African
Meaning
Japanese: 'to shine'; African: 'the one who brings joy'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nakira has roots in both Japanese and African cultures. In Japan, names often carry meanings related to nature or positive traits. In some African cultures, names like Nakira are associated with joy and happiness, reflecting the values of family and community.
Trend Summary
Nakira has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nakira was first seen in the United States in 1982. Nakira has ranked as high as #1318 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Nakira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nakira (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |