Girl Name · Persian Origin
Kira
Kira is a girl baby name of Persian origin, meaning "Lady, ruler". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Kira often also consider Kiara.
Kira meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Lady, ruler
Origin: Persian naming roots help connect Kira to related Persian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kira as K·I·R·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kira is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kira variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Kiraa, Kirae, Kiray, Kir.
- Nicknames: Kira works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Kira with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Kira middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Kiara, Kiera, Kierra, Kara, Kyra — full picks on the sibling names for Kira guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kira? Browse our names like Kira 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 Kira
What does the name Kira mean?
Kira means "Lady, ruler" and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of Kira?
Kira originates in Persian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kira?
Kira has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kira a boy's or girl's name?
Kira is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Kira in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kira sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kira?
Names that share Kira's sound and style include Kiara, Kiera, Kierra, Kara, Kyra.
What middle names pair well with Kira?
Good middle-name fits for Kira pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kira is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kira is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kira?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kira share its rhythm without rhyming — Kiara, Kiera, Kierra all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.