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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Kyra
The name “Kyra” has its origins in the Persian language and has various meanings, including “throne,” “sun,” and “one who is farsighted.”
Kyra is a feminine name that may have Greek roots. The original version of the name Kyra is the Greek word kurá or Cyra. Several Iranian rulers were called Cyrus, and the English word “Cyrus” is the Latinized version of the Greek “Ko”, “Kros”, which was derived from the Ancient Persian “Kru.” Kro is the modern Persian translation of the name.
Iranology researchers, linguists, and historians have debated the derivation of Cyrus in the past and continue to do so today. Various meanings have been suggested for the Old Persian name “kuru,” including “the Sun,” “youth,” and “hero.” The Elamite name “Kura” has been translated as “one who bestows care.”
The name has also been found on several Ancient Persian monuments and inscriptions. The name is often considered a form of Kira, a derivative of the Irish feminine name Ciara, which comes from the Irish Gaelic “Ciarán,” meaning “little dark one.” In the past, infants with dark features were often given the name Ciara. Although names like Keira, Kira, and Kyra are preferred in England, Scotland, and the US, the traditional spelling of Ciara is still preferred in Ireland.
Currently, Kyra is most popular in the Netherlands. Kyra debuted on the US female naming rankings in 1969, but it did not become popular until 1988 when more parents began using it for their newborn daughters.
Himanshu Goel created an Indian fictional character named Kyra. She debuted as an Instagram profile in January 2022 and is the first virtual influencer in India. She has already done many brand endorsements and was featured on the digital cover of Travel & Leisure India.
How To Pronounce Kyra?
Famous People With The Name Kyra
- Kyra Tirana BarryTeam leader for United States Women’s National wrestling team
- Kyra DavisAmerican novelist, known for Just One Night trilogy and the Sophie Katz mystery series
- Kyra Ivania Montes CashattAmerican-born Nicaraguan footballer, plays as a forward for the Nicaragua women’s national team
- Kyra Minturn SedgwickAmerican actress, producer, and director, received Golden Globe Award and an Emmy Award for her role in the crime drama The Closer
- Kyra ZagorskyAmerican actress, known for her work in the TV series Helix and the film The Pastor’s Wife
Kyra On The Popularity Chart
From 1980 to 2020, Kyra has had its own share of rise and fall in popularity. Check out the graphs below to learn more about its journey over the years.
Popularity Over Time
For a decade, 1993 to 2013, Kyra was one of the popular and familiar names among parents. But, after this period, the popularity has been significantly low. The graph below explains it all.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
During the early 2000s, Kyra almost made it among the top 200 names in the US baby name charts. However, by 2021, it was placed at the 665th rank. Check the graph for more information.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Kyra
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