Keirah

“Dark”, “Black” — Symbolizes nobility and strength

Irish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12799US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

400All-time births

📅 Since 199400

What does Keirah mean and where does it come from?

Keirah is a modern variation of the Irish name Ciara (Ciar), meaning 'dark' or 'black'. The name has Celtic roots and symbolizes nobility and strength. While traditional forms have been used for centuries, variations like Keirah gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in English-speak

Cultural significance

Keirah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Irish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dark”, “black.

Peak popularity

Reached #4724 in 2013 — currently #12799 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Keirah?

Keirah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Keirah Grace

How popular is Keirah right now?

Rising fast — up 107 spots — currently #12799 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#12799 · Top 9.4%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12799	7	▲ up 107
2022	#12906	7	▼ down 2364 · -22% births
2020	#10542	9	▼ down 2724 · -40% births
2015	#7818	15	▼ down 2112 · -37% births
2010	#5706	24	▼ down 143 · +4% births
2005	#5563	23	▲ up 4172 · +130% births
2000	#9735	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Keirah

Best Year2005Rank #5563

Peak Count24

Average Rank#9296

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Keirah

Keirah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 400 total births recorded, Keirah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9735 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12799 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Keirah in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Keirah by decade

Keirah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	26
2000s	175
2010s ★	190
2020s	9

💎Keirah has only 400 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Keirah?

Common

KeiKeirKeirieKeiryIrah

Famous people named Keirah

Keirah (Irish revolutionary)

Keirah carried this name during Ireland's struggle for independence, giving it a spirit of courage.

Keirah (traditional Irish musician)

Keirah passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.

Keirah (Celtic chieftain)

Keirah bore this name in ancient Ireland, where it connected to the Gaelic oral tradition.

Keirah (Irish saint)

Keirah helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.

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What names sound and feel like Keirah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Keirah also consider these

Keirrah

American · Little dark one;

Keira

Irish · Derived from the

Keijah

American · Variation of Keisha,

Keerah

American · A variant of

American · Dark-haired

Kerah

Hebrew · The shining one;

Common questions about the name Keirah

What does the name Keirah mean?

Keirah means "Dark”, “Black" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Keirah?

Keirah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Keirah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Keirah?

Keirah originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Keirah trending right now?

Keirah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Keirah a common or rare name?

Keirah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.