Kira
girl name#385 in 2025Kira entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #241 in 2005, ranks #385 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1938–2025
#385
rank today
#241
peak (2005)
801
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4342 |
| 1940s | #5243 |
| 1950s | #3634 |
| 1960s | #1559 |
| 1970s | #923 |
| 1980s | #442 |
| 1990s | #382 |
| 2000s | #272 |
| 2010s | #357 |
| 2020s | #405 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kira has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 40,000 people named Kira are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kira alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kira in 2025?
- Kira ranks #385 among US girl names in 2025, with 801 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kira most popular?
- Kira peaked in 2005, reaching #241 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kira with classmates?
- Kira will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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