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The baby name Nyrah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnaɪrə/,/ˈniːrə/.

Nyrah is English in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: English
Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪrə/,/ˈniːrə/

What is the meaning of the name Nyrah ?

The baby name Nyrah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈnaɪrə/,/ˈniːrə/.

Nyrah is English in Origin.

Nyrah is a modern, cross-cultural feminine name whose spelling echoes several sources. It closely aligns with Arabic Naira/Nayrah, meaning “radiant” or “shining,” from the light-root n-w-r; it also parallels Hebrew Nira, “ploughed field” or “cultivated land,” and Sanskrit Neera/Neira, “water; pure.” The -h ending follows contemporary Anglicized patterns (as in Sarah or Hannah), giving the name a sleek, international profile. Usage has risen in English-speaking countries and South Asia since the early 2000s, buoyed by global media, flexible spelling, and the appeal of brief, lyrical names.

Variants and related forms include Nyra, Nira, Naira, Nayra, Neera, and Neira. Meanings vary by lineage: “radiant/bright” (Arabic), “cultivated/fruitful” (Hebrew), or “clear water/pure” (Sanskrit). Parents often embrace Nyrah for its blend of light, growth, and clarity - images that feel both contemporary and timeless.

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Nyrah – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2025 #1 874
BN Girls 0 #114 1 5,459
Canada Girls 2022 #275 6 2,867
MY 0 #354 1 12,352
AE Girls 0 #597 1 20,968
United States Girls 2024 #906 11 8,487
EG Girls 0 #1,009 1 14,742
SA Boys 0 #1,691 1 28,008

Nyrah is popular in 7 countries — most recent births per country:

United States
Ireland
AE
BN
Canada

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People also ask about Nyrah

Nyrah is predominantly a girl's name.
Nyrah is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈnaɪrə/,/ˈniːrə/.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Nyra, Nira, Nirah, Naira and Nayrah.
Yes, very popular — Nyrah ranked #1 in Ireland in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 3 countries.
Nyrah ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2025).
Nyrah's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #926 in 2014 to #906 in 2024 in United States.