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Ciara

KEE-ar-ah

Popularity

#1361

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

3

Origin

Irish

Total Births

34,725

Peak Year

#2,325 in 2005

First Recorded

1972

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Irish name derived from Ciar, meaning 'black' or 'dark'.

Nickname Watch

CiCici

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Ciara

    American singer, songwriter, and dancer.

Nicknames

CiCici

Spelling Variations

KiaraKieraSierra

Similar Names

BrianaAislingSaoirse

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentCreativeStylish

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