Girl
Kyra
beautiful, throne, sun
About Kyra
Kyra possesses a sleek, streamlined quality that appeals to modern sensibilities while maintaining classical roots. The name's brevity is its strength—four letters that pack remarkable impact without excess. There's a crispness to Kyra, a clarity that suggests precision and purpose. The name works internationally with minimal pronunciation confusion, making it ideal for globally mobile families or those who value cross-cultural accessibility. Kyra suggests intelligence and sophistication, someone who is both analytical and creative, capable of moving seamlessly between different worlds and contexts. The name has enjoyed moderate popularity without becoming oversaturated, striking that desirable middle ground between familiar and overused. Kyra ages exceptionally well, feeling appropriate for a curious toddler, an ambitious teenager, and an accomplished professional. The name resists easy categorization—it's not overly feminine or traditionally masculine, not tied to specific cultural or regional associations, not bound to particular personality expectations. This neutrality becomes a strength, allowing your daughter to define the name rather than being defined by it. For parents who appreciate minimalist aesthetics and maximum flexibility, Kyra offers a refined choice with enduring appeal.
Popularity of the Name Kyra
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | #918 | ||||
| 1970 | #945 | ||||
| 1976 | #894 | ||||
| 1978 | #997 | ||||
| 1981 | #977 | ||||
| 1982 | #792 | ||||
| 1983 | #764 | #579 | |||
| 1984 | #820 | ||||
| 1985 | #916 | ||||
| 1986 | #812 | #578 | |||
| 1987 | #745 | ||||
| 1988 | #559 | ||||
| 1989 | #587 | ||||
| 1990 | #569 | ||||
| 1991 | #510 | #483 | |||
| 1992 | #439 | #585 | #380 | ||
| 1993 | #392 | #435 | |||
| 1994 | #405 | #560 | #313 | ||
| 1995 | #393 | #317 | |||
| 1996 | #264 | #386 | #236 | ||
| 1997 | #203 | #300 | #418 | #634 | #169 |
| 1998 | #199 | #230 | #330 | #568 | #173 |
| 1999 | #211 | #236 | #287 | #583 | #169 |
| 2000 | #202 | #220 | #272 | #396 | #167 |
| 2001 | #207 | #266 | #301 | #382 | #165 |
| 2002 | #226 | #273 | #140 | #363 | #152 |
| 2003 | #223 | #269 | #237 | #287 | #146 |
| 2004 | #220 | #314 | #133 | #445 | #147 |
| 2005 | #179 | #249 | #136 | #650 | #121 |
| 2006 | #195 | #254 | #163 | #386 | #138 |
| 2007 | #189 | #227 | #138 | #277 | #143 |
| 2008 | #238 | #222 | #171 | #375 | #208 |
| 2009 | #272 | #228 | #161 | #430 | #224 |
| 2010 | #347 | #233 | #263 | #343 | #303 |
| 2011 | #388 | #290 | #236 | #293 | #328 |
| 2012 | #406 | #316 | #214 | #239 | #329 |
| 2013 | #399 | #323 | #212 | #410 | #350 |
| 2014 | #485 | #357 | #365 | #315 | #400 |
| 2015 | #490 | #308 | #189 | #227 | #383 |
| 2016 | #538 | #361 | #404 | #263 | #451 |
| 2017 | #594 | #442 | #212 | #308 | #376 |
| 2018 | #610 | #441 | #180 | #240 | #334 |
| 2019 | #590 | #403 | #182 | #266 | #416 |
| 2020 | #678 | #469 | #188 | #216 | #397 |
| 2021 | #665 | #405 | #182 | #222 | #290 |
| 2022 | #657 | #443 | #215 | #207 | #334 |
| 2023 | #698 | #398 | #222 | #197 | #332 |
| 2024 | #722 | #397 | #264 | #303 | #447 |
| 2025 | #830 | #427 | #255 | #287 | #426 |
| 1971 | #524 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kyra
Names Similar to Kyra
Nicknames for Kyra
- Ky
- Kyrie
- Ki
- Kiki
- Ray
Famous People Named Kyra
| Kyra Sedgwick | American actress |
| Kyra Phillips | American journalist |
| Kyra Poh | Singaporean indoor skydiving champion |
| Kyra Dutt | Indian model and actress |
| Kyra Stromberg | American soccer player |
| Kyra Keli | American model and actress |
| Kyra Santoro | American model and social media influencer |
| Kyra Condie | American professional climber |
| Kyra Green | American reality TV personality |
| Kyra Borso | American artist and illustrator |
| Kyra Batara | American MMA fighter |
| Kyra Elzy | American basketball coach |
| Kyra Chaos | American model and dancer |
| Kyra Lanis | Finnish actress |
| Kyra Zagorsky | Canadian actress |
| Kyra Gracie | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner |
| Kyra Schon | Actress from "Night of the Living Dead" |
Characters Named Kyra
| Kyra Nerys | Bajoran officer from "Star Trek - Deep Space Nine" |
| Kyra Petrovskaya | Character from the movie "Lord of War" |
| Kyra Baldwin | Character from the TV show "Finding Carter" |
| Kyra Cameron | Character from the TV series "Continuum" |
| Kyra Carlson | Character from the TV show "The Americans" |
| Kyra Davis | Character from the book "Sex, Murder, and a Double Latte" by Kyra Davis |
| Kyra Hart | Character from the movie "The Good Shepherd" |
| Kyra Gold | Character from the movie "In Bruges" |
| Kyra Bennett | Character from the TV series "CSI - Crime Scene Investigation" |
| Kyra Collins | Character from the TV show "General Hospital" |
| Kyra Fer | Character from the movie "The Thirteenth Floor" |