Kyaire
A unique spelling variation of the name Kiara of Spanish/Italian origin, meaning "bright" or "light".
Name Census estimates that about 1,699 living Americans carry the first name Kyaire. It is a predominantly male name (97.1% of registrations). The average person named Kyaire today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kyaire births was 2024 (434 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kyaire. 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.
Key insights
- • Kyaire is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 6 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.7K
~ 1 in 201,739 Americans
Peak year
2024
434 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#653
Tracked since 1999
Gender
Gender distribution for Kyaire
Kyaire leans heavily male at 97.1% of total registrations, but 50 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Kyaire as a male name
- Ranked #653 in 2024
- 421 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (421 births)
Kyaire as a female name
- Ranked #8,184 in 2024
- 13 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (13 births)
Popularity
Kyaire: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kyaire from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 1,165 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kyaire 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 Kyaire during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kyaires live
The SSA's state-level files cover 27 states and territories. Ohio, Michigan, Illinois recorded the most babies named Kyaire, while Nevada, Iowa, Connecticut recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 40 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kyaire
The name Kyaire is believed to have its origins in the ancient Greek language, dating back to the classical period of ancient Greece. It is thought to be derived from the Greek word "kyrios," which means "lord" or "master." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals of high status or authority in ancient Greek society.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kyaire can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BC. In his work "The Histories," Herodotus mentions a man named Kyaire who was a prominent citizen of the city-state of Athens. This provides evidence that the name was in use during the classical period of ancient Greece.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Kyaire. In the 4th century BC, there was a renowned Athenian philosopher named Kyaire, who was a student of Plato and a teacher of Aristotle. His teachings and writings contributed significantly to the development of ancient Greek philosophy.
Another prominent individual with the name Kyaire was a Byzantine general who lived in the 10th century AD. He played a crucial role in the defense of the Byzantine Empire against invasions and is recorded in several historical accounts of the time.
In the realm of literature, there was a Greek poet named Kyaire who lived during the Hellenistic period in the 3rd century BC. His works, though not extensively preserved, were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and profound themes.
Fast-forwarding to the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Kyaire emerged as a prominent scholar and humanist in 15th century Italy. He was instrumental in the revival of classical Greek and Latin literature, and his writings and translations influenced the intellectual discourse of the time.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Kyaire throughout history, spanning various fields and time periods. The name's origins in ancient Greek culture and its association with authority and intellect have made it a notable and enduring name across the ages.
People
Kyaire + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kyaire: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kyaire?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,699 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kyaire 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 201,739 US residents.
Is Kyaire a common name?
We classify Kyaire as "Rare". It ranks above 93% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,711 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kyaire most popular?
The single biggest year for Kyaire was 2024, when 434 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kyaire is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kyaire a male name?
Yes, 97.1% of people registered as Kyaire in the SSA data are male. 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.