Kiara: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ke-e-a-hra-h
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Bright

Kiara is a given name with various origins and meanings. It is primarily a feminine name, although there are instances of it being used for males in Japan. The name has its roots in Italian, Irish, and Arabic languages, among others. In Italian, Kiara is a variation of the name Chiara, which means "bright" or "clear". It is derived from the Latin word 'Ciara,' meaning 'bright' or 'shining'. In Irish, Kiara is a variation of the name Ciara, which means "dark" or "black". The name also has meanings in Arabic, such as "sweet, pure, peaceful, and unique". In India, it is associated with a "dark-haired one" or "a lady with dusk hair". The name Kiara has been in wide use worldwide, ranking 332nd in popularity as of 2021. It has been used in various forms of media, such as cartoons, songs, books, and reality television shows. Some notable namesakes include Kiara Advani, an Indian actress, and Kiara Fontanesi, an Italian professional motocross racer.

Kiara Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kiara is currently #260 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Kiara is currently #128 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kiara is currently #257 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Kiara is currently #128 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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