Find out how popular the first name Aira has been for the last 41 years (from 1983 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Aira by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Aira is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 129 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Aira.

The history of the first name Aira

The name Aira is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that is still widely used in India and parts of South Asia. In Sanskrit, the word "aira" means "air" or "wind," suggesting that the name may have been inspired by the natural elements.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aira can be traced back to Hindu mythology, where it was mentioned as the name of a minor goddess associated with the wind. However, the name does not appear to have been widely used in ancient Hindu texts or scriptures.

The earliest known historical figure with the name Aira was Princess Aira of Kamarupa, a medieval Indian princess who lived in the 12th century CE. She was renowned for her beauty and wisdom, and her name was immortalized in local folklore and literature.

In the 16th century, Aira was also the name of a renowned female painter from the Mughal Empire, known for her intricate miniature paintings depicting scenes from court life and nature.

During the 19th century, the name Aira gained some popularity in Europe, particularly in Scandinavia. One notable bearer of the name was Aira Samuelsdotter, a Swedish artist and illustrator born in 1854, who was renowned for her nature-inspired paintings and illustrations.

Another historical figure with the name Aira was Aira Kémileva, a Russian poet and writer born in 1888. She was part of the Silver Age of Russian poetry and was known for her lyrical and romantic works that explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality.

It is worth noting that the name Aira has been relatively uncommon throughout history, but it has maintained a subtle presence across various cultures and time periods, often associated with artistic, poetic, or natural themes.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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