Girl Name · Irish Origin
Keira
Considering Keira? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Dark-haired", rooted in Irish naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Keara.
Keira meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Dark-haired
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Keira to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Keira as K·E·I·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Keira is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Keira variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Keiraa, Keirae, Keiray, Keir.
- Nicknames: Kei and K.
- Middle names: Pair Keira with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Keira middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Keara, Kiara, Kiera, Kera, Kara — full picks on the sibling names for Keira guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Keira? Browse our names like Keira guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Keira
What does the name Keira mean?
Keira means "Dark-haired" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Keira?
Keira originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Keira?
Keira has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Keira a boy's or girl's name?
Keira is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Keira in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Keira sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Keira?
Names that share Keira's sound and style include Keara, Kiara, Kiera, Kera, Kara.
What middle names pair well with Keira?
Good middle-name fits for Keira pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Keira is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Keira is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Keira?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Keira share its rhythm without rhyming — Keara, Kiara, Kiera all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.