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