Kyire

“derived from 'Kyeremateng', meaning 'to lead or to take control'” — Associated with African roots

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6368US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

12All-time births

📅 Since 201700

What does Kyire mean and where does it come from?

Kyire is an emerging name often associated with African roots, particularly from the Akan culture in Ghana. It reflects themes of leadership and authority. The name has gained popularity in the United States among those looking to honor their African heritage while choosing a contemporary name. It i

Cultural significance

Kyire has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'kyeremateng', meaning 'to lead or to take control'.

Peak popularity

Reached #10416 in 2020 — currently #6368 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kyire?

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

Kyire Grace

How popular is Kyire right now?

Rising fast — up 691 spots — currently #6368 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#6368 · Top 4.7%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6368	14	▲ up 691 · +17% births
2022	#7059	12	▲ up 3273 · +71% births
2021	#10332	7	▲ up 84
2020	#10416	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kyire

Best Year2023Rank #6368

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8544

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Kyire

Kyire is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2017. With 12 total births recorded, Kyire remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10416 in 2020 to #6368 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kyire in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Kyire has only 12 total recorded births since 2017 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kyire?

Common

KyiKyirKyirieKyiry

What names sound and feel like Kyire?

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

Syire

American · English

Zyire

American · being powerful

Kyaire

American · to shine

Kymire

English · A beloved name

Kyre

American · A variation of

Kyiere

Ghana · bravery

Kyiree

American · African American

Kyier

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Kyire

What does the name Kyire mean?

Kyire means "derived from 'Kyeremateng', meaning 'to lead or to take control'" — 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 Kyire?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kyire?

Kyire 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 Kyire trending right now?

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

Is Kyire a common or rare name?

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