Kayra
Kayra is a girl name of Turkish origin, meaning “Grace, kindness, favour”.
| Meaning | Grace, kindness, favour |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Pronunciation | KAY-rah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Azerbaijan |
Meaning and origin of Kayra
Kayra is a Turkish name usually explained from an old Turkic word for grace, kindness or divine favour. In pre-Islamic Turkic mythology Kayra Han was a name for the supreme creator, and the word survives in modern Turkish naming as a gentle, positive girls' name. In India and elsewhere it is sometimes listed as a Sanskrit name, but that link is not well supported; its clear roots are Turkish.
Is Kayra a religious name?
Kayra is used mainly in Turkey, a largely Muslim country, but it is not an Arabic or Quranic name; it comes from older Turkic tradition and is essentially cultural.
How popular is Kayra?
A fashionable girls' name in Turkey in recent decades; occasional use elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kayra mean?
Kayra means 'Grace, kindness, favour'. It is of Turkish origin.
Does Kayra have a religious meaning?
Kayra is used mainly in Turkey, a largely Muslim country, but it is not an Arabic or Quranic name; it comes from older Turkic tradition and is essentially cultural.
How do you pronounce Kayra?
Kayra is pronounced KAY-rah.
Is Kayra a boy or girl name?
Kayra is usually a girl name.