The baby name Keirah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KEE-rah or KAY-rah (commonly /ˈkɪərə/ or /ˈkeɪrə/).
The baby name Keirah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KEE-rah or KAY-rah (commonly /ˈkɪərə/ or /ˈkeɪrə/).
Keirah is in Origin.
Keirah is a modern English spelling of Keira/Kiera, an Anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic name Ciara, derived from the element ciar, “dark, black” - often interpreted as “dark-haired” or “dusky.” The feminine Ciara has deep roots in medieval Ireland and is linked to an early abbess, Saint Cera (also recorded as Ciara), giving the name a saintly pedigree. The final -h in Keirah is an ornamental addition reflecting broader English naming patterns rather than a change in pronunciation.
In usage, Ciara has long been established in Ireland, while Keira and Kiera spread widely in the English-speaking world, surging in the early 2000s; actress Keira Knightley notably boosted visibility. Keirah remains the rarer contemporary variant, seen in the UK, US, and Australia. Closest variants include Keira, Kiera, and Ciara; related forms are the masculine Ciarán/Kieran. Note that Kira/Kyra are often grouped alongside but stem from different linguistic origins.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW | Girls | 0 | #151 | 1 | 4,216 |
| JM | Girls | 0 | #278 | 1 | 7,507 |
| Canada | Girls | 2011 | #304 | 5 | 2,850 |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #362 | 1 | 8,539 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #597 | 1 | 20,968 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| United States | Girls | 2023 | #908 | 7 | 8,600 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
Keirah is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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