Keira
Keira is an girl name of Irish origin, meaning “Little dark one”.
| Meaning | Little dark one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | KEER-uh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, Ireland, United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Keira
Keira is an anglicised form of the Irish Ciara, the feminine of Ciarán, from ciar, dark or black, usually understood as dark-haired. The spelling Keira became popular after the actress Keira Knightley rose to fame in the early 2000s. St Ciara was a seventh-century Irish abbess, which gives the original form a Christian connection, though Keira itself is used as a general name.
Is Keira a religious name?
Keira has no religious meaning of its own, though the Irish form Ciara was borne by a saint.
How popular is Keira?
Popular in the UK and Ireland since the 2000s; common in other English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Keira mean?
Keira means 'Little dark one'. It is of Irish origin.
Does Keira have a religious meaning?
Keira has no religious meaning of its own, though the Irish form Ciara was borne by a saint.
How do you pronounce Keira?
Keira is pronounced KEER-uh.
Is Keira a boy or girl name?
Keira is usually a girl name.