Kyere

“Kyere”

Ghana origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9396US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

36All-time births

📅 Since 201300

What does Kyere mean and where does it come from?

Kyere is a name from the Akan people of Ghana. The name means 'to show' or 'to reveal,' reflecting certain qualities such as leadership and enlightenment. It is a masculine name that might be bestowed upon a child who is expected to showcase or reveal talents or abilities. Variants of the name can a

Cultural significance

Kyere has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ghana-speaking communities, where it reflects values of kyere.

Peak popularity

Reached #7052 in 2017 — currently #9396 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kyere?

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

Kyere Grace

How popular is Kyere right now?

Rising fast — up 82 spots — currently #9396 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#9396 · Top 6.9%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9396	8	▲ up 82
2022	#9478	8	▲ up 2063 · +33% births
2021	#11541	6	▲ up 93
2020	#11634	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kyere

Best Year2023Rank #9396

Peak Count8

Average Rank#10512

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Kyere

Kyere is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2013. With 36 total births recorded, Kyere remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11634 in 2020 to #9396 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kyere in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

💎Kyere has only 36 total recorded births since 2013 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kyere?

Common

KyeKyerKyerieKyery

What names sound and feel like Kyere?

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

Kyzere

American · English

Kycere

American · one who is

English · A meaningful name

Kyele

American · A variant of

Syere

American · English

Zyere

American · The name Zyere

Common questions about the name Kyere

What does the name Kyere mean?

Kyere means "Kyere" — a name rooted in Ghana 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 Kyere?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kyere?

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

How does Kyere sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Kyere flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Kyere ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Kyere trending right now?

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