Kyrah
A feminine name of Arabic origins meaning "generous" or "noble".
Name Census estimates that about 2,407 living Americans carry the first name Kyrah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kyrah today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kyrah births was 2008 (114 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kyrah. 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
- • Kyrah is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 17 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
2.4K
~ 1 in 142,399 Americans
Peak year
2008
114 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,987
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Kyrah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kyrah from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 944 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Kyrah remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kyrah 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 Kyrah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kyrahs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 17 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Kyrah, while Washington, Oklahoma, Maryland recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 49 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kyrah
The name Kyrah is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in ancient India. The root word "Kir" in Sanskrit means "praise" or "glorify," suggesting that the name Kyrah may have been associated with reverence or admiration.
In Hinduism, the name Kyrah is sometimes linked to the goddess Kali, who is revered as the divine protector and embodiment of shakti (feminine power). This connection could indicate that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as strong, courageous, or possessing exceptional qualities.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Kyrah can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and inscriptions from the 5th century BCE. However, it is essential to note that the spelling and pronunciation of the name may have varied across different regions and time periods.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Kyrah was Kyrah Devi, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poetess who lived during the 7th century CE in the Chalukya dynasty of present-day Karnataka, India. Her literary works were highly acclaimed for their depth and artistic expression.
Another historical figure bearing the name Kyrah was Kyrah Mata, a revered Hindu mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 16th century CE in Rajasthan, India. She is remembered for her teachings on devotion and her influence on the Bhakti movement of that era.
In the realm of literature, Kyrah Kumari was a celebrated Kashmiri poet and writer who lived during the 18th century CE. Her compositions, which often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were widely appreciated and have been preserved in various anthologies.
In the field of music, Kyrah Devi was a renowned classical vocalist and exponent of the Khayal style of Hindustani music. She lived in the 19th century CE and was renowned for her mastery of intricate ragas and her ability to captivate audiences with her soulful renditions.
Another noteworthy individual with the name Kyrah was Kyrah Bai, a prominent social reformer and educator who lived in the late 19th century CE in Maharashtra, India. She dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for women, establishing several schools and advocating for gender equality.
While the name Kyrah has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and found appreciation in various parts of the world due to its unique sound and historical significance.
People
Kyrah + 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
Kyrah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kyrah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2,407 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kyrah 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 142,399 US residents.
Is Kyrah a common name?
We classify Kyrah as "Rare". It ranks above 94.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 2,439 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kyrah most popular?
The single biggest year for Kyrah was 2008, when 114 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kyrah is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kyrah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kyrah 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.