Shaira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHY-rah / ˈʃaɪ.rəArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'princess'; Persian: 'a name of beauty'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shaira is a name with roots in both Arabic and Persian cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with nobility and elegance. The Persian influence adds a layer of beauty and grace to the name. It is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but may be found in various forms in Middle Eastern countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shayra
- Shyra
International Variants
- Shaira (Arabic)
- Shayra (Persian)
Famous people named Shaira
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Fictional characters named Shaira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaira was first seen in the United States in 1979. Shaira has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Shaira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaira (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 17 |