Girl · 229th of 35,406
Kyra
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
37,970
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2005
Peak Popularity Year
1,918
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kyra stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Kyra originates from Greek, meaning 'lady' or 'mistress.' The name has evolved from its Greek roots to modern English usage. It reflects traits of strength and independence, and there is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Kyra is derived from the Greek word 'kyrios,' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' It is often associated with the feminine form of 'kyrios,' which is 'kyria.'
Meaning
Lady, mistress
Language Evolution
Kyria (Greek), Kyra (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kyra gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Kira, Kiera, Kyrah
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kyra is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Kyra Sedgwick, Kyra Gracie
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,918 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14347th of 16616 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19331st of 24088 | 13 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4803rd of 9204 | 61 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1968th of 12526 | 581 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1084th of 19264 | 1,790 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 542nd of 27321 | 6,596 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 229th of 35406 | 22,631 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 589th of 30306 | 6,283 |