Girl
Ciara
dark, black
About Ciara
Striking and distinctive, this name commands attention while maintaining elegance and sophistication throughout. Ciara carries an air of mystery and allure, suggesting depth and complexity beneath its simple appearance. The name's pronunciation may vary by region, offering families the opportunity to choose their preferred style and honor different cultural traditions. Strong consonant sounds bookend softer vowels, creating dynamic phonetic interest and memorable impact. Ciara works exceptionally well in professional contexts while remaining warm and approachable in personal settings. The name suggests confidence and independence, qualities that serve individuals well throughout life's various stages. Parents selecting Ciara often appreciate names that aren't overly common but remain accessible, avoiding both the top-ten lists and complete obscurity. This choice represents individuality without eccentricity, style without artifice.
Popularity of the Name Ciara
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | #860 | #19 | |||
| 1983 | #870 | #18 | |||
| 1984 | #707 | #13 | |||
| 1985 | #411 | #8 | |||
| 1986 | #330 | #6 | |||
| 1987 | #315 | #6 | |||
| 1988 | #354 | #5 | |||
| 1989 | #295 | #4 | |||
| 1990 | #294 | #5 | |||
| 1991 | #266 | #5 | #599 | ||
| 1992 | #210 | #5 | #526 | ||
| 1993 | #205 | #7 | #570 | ||
| 1994 | #208 | #5 | #597 | ||
| 1995 | #187 | #6 | #507 | ||
| 1996 | #205 | #4 | #480 | ||
| 1997 | #211 | #111 | #3 | #413 | |
| 1998 | #250 | #110 | #2 | #385 | |
| 1999 | #256 | #108 | #383 | #4 | #435 |
| 2000 | #282 | #120 | #358 | #3 | #480 |
| 2001 | #315 | #114 | #318 | #5 | #497 |
| 2002 | #335 | #119 | #374 | #3 | #387 |
| 2003 | #383 | #119 | #4 | #408 | |
| 2004 | #322 | #124 | #6 | #376 | |
| 2005 | #149 | #132 | #235 | #6 | #179 |
| 2006 | #213 | #149 | #211 | #10 | #228 |
| 2007 | #257 | #185 | #212 | #12 | #273 |
| 2008 | #322 | #179 | #204 | #14 | #256 |
| 2009 | #364 | #196 | #220 | #19 | #264 |
| 2010 | #439 | #226 | #309 | #17 | #285 |
| 2011 | #524 | #245 | #250 | #26 | #341 |
| 2012 | #603 | #294 | #347 | #32 | #367 |
| 2013 | #647 | #294 | #29 | #417 | |
| 2014 | #672 | #310 | #351 | #28 | #433 |
| 2015 | #757 | #360 | #304 | #29 | #558 |
| 2016 | #869 | #375 | #39 | #528 | |
| 2017 | #388 | #41 | #652 | ||
| 2018 | #394 | #46 | #776 | ||
| 2019 | #450 | #46 | |||
| 2020 | #379 | #48 | #747 | ||
| 2021 | #404 | #65 | #691 | ||
| 2022 | #507 | #74 | |||
| 2023 | #597 | #97 | #889 | ||
| 2024 | #511 | #90 | |||
| 2025 | #635 | #106 | |||
| 1964 | #147 | ||||
| 1965 | #139 | ||||
| 1966 | #108 | ||||
| 1967 | #135 | ||||
| 1968 | #96 | ||||
| 1969 | #68 | ||||
| 1970 | #80 | ||||
| 1971 | #63 | ||||
| 1972 | #59 | ||||
| 1973 | #56 | ||||
| 1974 | #47 | ||||
| 1975 | #49 | ||||
| 1976 | #41 | ||||
| 1977 | #40 | ||||
| 1978 | #38 | ||||
| 1979 | #32 | ||||
| 1980 | #25 | ||||
| 1981 | #22 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ciara
Names Similar to Ciara
Nicknames for Ciara
- Ci
- Ara
- Cici
- Kiki
- Aria
Famous People Named Ciara
| Ciara Bravo | American actress |
| Ciara Renée | American actress and singer |
| Ciara Janson | English actress and singer |
| Ciara Mageean | Irish middle-distance runner |
| Ciara Parker | Canadian actress |
| Ciara Hanna | American actress and model |
| Ciara O'Callaghan | Irish actress |
| Ciara Byrne | Irish actress |
| Ciara Baxendale | English actress |
| Ciara Charteris | English actress |
| Ciara Kelly | Irish medical doctor and broadcaster |
| Ciara Flood | Irish author and illustrator |
| Ciara Judge | Irish scientist and entrepreneur |
| Ciara Robertson | Scottish rower |
| Ciara Mulcahy | Irish musician |
| Ciara Newell | Irish singer and actress |
| Ciara Mackey | Irish actress and singer |
| Ciara McCormack | Canadian soccer player |
| Ciara Michel | English volleyball player |
Characters Named Ciara
| Ciara Brady | A character from the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" |
| Ciara Maguire | A character from the TV show "Power" |
| Ciara Archer | A character from the book "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo |
| Ciara Steele | A character from the TV show "The Tomorrow People" |
| Ciara Cruz | A character from the movie "Step Up 2 - The Streets" |
| Ciara Warden | A character from the video game "Dragon Age - Inquisition" |
| Ciara McManus | A character from the TV show "Teenage Bounty Hunters" |
| Ciara Webb | A character from the book "Windfall" by Jennifer E. Smith |
| Ciara Bravo | A character from the TV show "Red Band Society" |
| Ciara Morton | A character from the movie "Disorderlies" |
| Ciara Turner | A character from the TV show "Warehouse 13" |
| Ciara Sotto | A character from the TV show "Daddy Di Do Du" |
| Ciara O'Brien | A character from the book "Circle of Shadows" by Evelyn Skye |
| Ciara Cassidy | A character from the TV show "Summerland" |
| Ciara Pender | A character from the book "Eternal" by Cynthia Leitich Smith |
| Ciara Williams | A character from the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Ciara Steigmann | A character from the movie "Our Summer in Provence" |