Shira Girl
Origin(s)
Hebrew
Meaning
song; poem
Historical & Cultural Background
Shira is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Jewish communities. It is often associated with music and poetry, reflecting a cultural appreciation for the arts. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among those who value its lyrical meaning. In modern times, it is embraced in diverse settings beyond its original cultural context.
Trend Summary
Shira has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Shayna, Sarina, Shirael, Shanice, Shanaya, Shiloh, Sienna
Variants
- Shir
- Shiri
International Variants
- Sira (Spanish)
- Sierra (English)
Famous people named Shira
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Fictional characters named Shira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shira was first seen in the United States in 1941. Shira has ranked as high as #1219 nationally which occurred in 2009 and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Shira has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 22 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| NJ | 9 | |
| MA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 28 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 42 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 45 |
| 1973 | 52 |
| 1974 | 51 |
| 1975 | 70 |
| 1976 | 71 |
| 1977 | 95 |
| 1978 | 82 |
| 1979 | 104 |
| 1980 | 110 |
| 1981 | 101 |
| 1982 | 123 |
| 1983 | 132 |
| 1984 | 119 |
| 1985 | 157 |
| 1986 | 119 |
| 1987 | 87 |
| 1988 | 133 |
| 1989 | 101 |
| 1990 | 109 |
| 1991 | 82 |
| 1992 | 116 |
| 1993 | 100 |
| 1994 | 97 |
| 1995 | 95 |
| 1996 | 99 |
| 1997 | 84 |
| 1998 | 96 |
| 1999 | 110 |
| 2000 | 114 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 119 |
| 2003 | 111 |
| 2004 | 137 |
| 2005 | 139 |
| 2006 | 139 |
| 2007 | 121 |
| 2008 | 151 |
| 2009 | 159 |
| 2010 | 125 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 96 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 76 |
| 2016 | 90 |
| 2017 | 70 |
| 2018 | 67 |
| 2019 | 70 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 75 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 79 |