What is the origin of the name Khyra?

Khyra is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Khyra?

Khyra is currently ranked #9885 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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GirlIrish

Khyra

KAI-ruh

Popularity

#9885

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

440

Peak Year

#26 in 2006

First Recorded

1991

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A modern and unique name, likely a variation of Keira or Kira, meaning 'dark-haired' or 'throne'.

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Ky Khya Rara

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Nicknames

Ky Khya Rara

Spelling Variations

Kira Keira Kyra Kiera

Similar Names

Kira Kaia Maya Lila Skylar

Personality Traits

IndependentCreativeSpiritedCharismatic

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