Eira

Meaning snow
Origin Welsh
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 1
Syllabification Eira

About Eira

Delicate yet resilient, Eira possesses an ethereal quality that evokes winter landscapes and pristine beauty. This Welsh gem remains relatively undiscovered in many regions, offering parents the gift of true uniqueness without venturing into invented territory. The name's two syllables create an elegant simplicity, with the pronunciation (AY-ra) flowing smoothly and requiring minimal explanation. Eira's visual appearance on paper mirrors its sonic beauty—clean, uncluttered, and aesthetically pleasing with its vowel-heavy construction. The name feels both ancient and timeless, carrying cultural weight while remaining accessible to those outside its Welsh origins. Its soft sounds and gentle rhythm create an impression of grace and refinement without any hint of pretension. Eira works beautifully for parents seeking something genuinely uncommon, a name that won't be shared with classmates yet never feels contrived or difficult. The name suggests quiet strength, natural beauty, and a connection to heritage and landscape, offering your daughter an identity that's both distinctive and deeply rooted in tradition.

Variations of Name Eira

Erin
Erica
Erika
Eir
Eva
Ella
Emma
Eloise

Names Similar to Eira

Erin
Erica
Erika
Eryn
Eris
Eden

Nicknames for Eira

Ei
Era
Ari
Riri
Ray
Eira

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