Jakyra
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly blending Jacqueline and Kyra.
Name Census estimates that about 1,082 living Americans carry the first name Jakyra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jakyra today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jakyra births was 2005 (79 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jakyra. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.1K
~ 1 in 316,779 Americans
Peak year
2005
79 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,668
Tracked since 1990
Popularity
Jakyra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jakyra from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 574 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jakyra by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jakyra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jakyras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 12 states and territories. Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi recorded the most babies named Jakyra, while South Carolina, North Carolina, Michigan recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 31 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jakyra
The name Jakyra is a unique and intriguing moniker that traces its roots back to the ancient Sanskrit language. It is believed to have originated from the word "jaka," which means "to shine" or "to radiate." This linguistic connection suggests that the name Jakyra may have been bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as possessing a bright and vibrant energy or presence.
In the early centuries of the first millennium, the name Jakyra was found in various Sanskrit texts and scriptures, often associated with characters or deities that embodied qualities of light, wisdom, and illumination. One notable reference comes from the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic poem, where a minor character named Jakyra is described as a sage with a radiant aura.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jakyra date back to the 5th century CE, when it was used by a few prominent families in the Indian subcontinent. One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name was Jakyra Devi, a revered Buddhist scholar and poet who lived in the 6th century CE and contributed to the spread of Buddhism in the region.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Jakyra. In the 9th century, Jakyra Bhattacharya was a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. Another prominent bearer of the name was Jakyra Sundari, a celebrated 12th-century Bengali poet whose works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.
In the 16th century, Jakyra Khan was a renowned military leader and strategist who served under the Mughal Empire. His tactical brilliance and leadership skills earned him a place in the annals of Indian history. Additionally, in the 18th century, Jakyra Bai was a influential courtesan and patron of the arts, known for her support of musicians, dancers, and poets in the royal courts of northern India.
While the name Jakyra has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language and Hindu traditions, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained recognition across various regions and ethnicities. The name's unique sound and the aura of radiance it evokes have made it a captivating choice for parents seeking a name that reflects strength, wisdom, and a connection to the ancient world.
People
Jakyra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jakyra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jakyra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jakyra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,082 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jakyra going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 316,779 US residents.
Is Jakyra a common name?
We classify Jakyra as "Rare". It ranks above 90.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,098 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jakyra most popular?
The single biggest year for Jakyra was 2005, when 79 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jakyra is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jakyra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jakyra in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.