Kyra
Kyra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkiːɹə/ · /ˈkaɪɹə/
Meaning and origin of Kyra
- A female given name of modern usage.
Etymology
Name of a Greek Orthodox saint, from Byzantine Greek κυρά (kurá, “lady”), or from Cyra, feminine form of Cyrus. The English name may also be a variant of Keira.
How popular is Kyra?
Since 1880, 38,285 girls and 23 boys in the U.S. have been named Kyra (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #179 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #8738 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #830 for girls, with 329 babies given the name.
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Sibling name ideas for Kyra
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Kyra FAQ
What does the name Kyra mean?
A female given name of modern usage. Name of a Greek Orthodox saint, from Byzantine Greek κυρά (kurá, “lady”), or from Cyra, feminine form of Cyrus. The English name may also be a variant of Keira.
How popular is the name Kyra?
Since 1880, 38,285 girls and 23 boys in the U.S. have been named Kyra (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #179 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #8738 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #830 for girls, with 329 babies given the name.
Is Kyra a boy or girl name?
Kyra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 38,285 girls and 23 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.