Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keirra has Irish roots and means 'dark' or 'black'. It evolved from the name Ciara and has several variants. The name is often associated with elegance and strength, though it does not have a biblical background. Keirra gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪərə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Keirra is derived from the Irish name Ciara, which means 'dark' or 'black'. It has roots in the old Irish word 'ciar', meaning 'dark'.
Meaning
dark, black
Language Evolution
Ciara, Kiera, Kierra
Historical Usage
Keirra gained popularity in the late 20th century as variations of the name Ciara became more widely used, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kiera, Ciara, Kierah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keirra is seen as a modern, unique name that carries a sense of elegance and strength.
Famous People
Keirra Knightley, actress, Keirra McCarthy, musician
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 81 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3425th of 27321 | 471 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2991st of 35406 | 848 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8483rd of 30306 | 152 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
- |
47.00% 2441st/5194 |
91.36% 5771st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
42.76% 3127th/7313 |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3425th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2991st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8483rd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.