Khyra

“Khyra is a modern name often seen as a variant of the Arabic name 'Khaira'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9965US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

399All-time births

📅 Since 199100

What does Khyra mean and where does it come from?

Khyra is a modern name often seen as a variant of the Arabic name 'Khaira'. It is a relatively rare name in the English-speaking world but has been embraced for its exotic sound and positive meaning. The name conveys a sense of nobility and grace. Khyra is also appealing to parents seeking names fro

Cultural significance

Khyra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #5337 in 2001 — currently #9965 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khyra?

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

Khyra Grace

How popular is Khyra right now?

Rising fast — up 2976 spots — currently #9965 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#9965 · Top 7.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9965	10	▲ up 2976 · +43% births
2022	#12941	7	▼ down 5106 · -50% births
2021	#7835	14	▲ up 267 · +8% births
2020	#8102	13	▲ up 5450 · +86% births
2015	#13552	7	▲ up 544
2010	#14096	7	▼ down 7662 · -63% births
2005	#6434	19	▼ down 545
2000	#5889	19	▲ up 5659 · +171% births
1995	#11548	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khyra

Best Year2000Rank #5889

Peak Count19

Average Rank#10040

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Khyra

Khyra is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 399 total births recorded, Khyra remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11548 in 1995 to #9965 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khyra in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

Khyra by decade

Khyra peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	89
2000s ★	186
2010s	111
2020s	13

💎Khyra has only 399 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khyra?

Common

KhyKhyrieKhyry

What names sound and feel like Khyra?

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

Khyza

American · Derived from 'Kay

Chyra

American · derived from 'Kira',

Khyrah

American · English

Khyia

American · a joyful life

Skyra

American · cloud; sky

Kiyra

American · The light or

Khayra

Arabic · goodness, virtue, or

Jmyra

American · Modern variant possibly

Common questions about the name Khyra

What does the name Khyra mean?

Khyra means "Arabic" — a name rooted in American 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 Khyra?

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

What is the cultural origin of Khyra?

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

Is Khyra trending right now?

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

Is Khyra a common or rare name?

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