Keara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keara is an Irish name that means 'dark' or 'black', evolving from the traditional name Ciara. The name reflects a cultural connection to Ireland and has gained modern popularity for its unique sound and strong connotation. It has no biblical relevance but is often perceived positively in contemporary society.
The name Keara is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keara has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1484th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1262nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5948th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keara"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːərə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Keara is derived from the Irish name Ciara, which means 'black' or 'dark'. The name is often associated with the feminine form of the Irish word 'ciar', meaning dark-haired or dark complexion.
Meaning
dark, black
Language Evolution
Ciara, Keara
Historical Usage
The name Keara gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Ciara.
Variants & Derivatives
Ciara, Kiera, Kyra
Modern Popularity & Image
Keara is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with a strong and independent personality.
Famous People
Keara Graves, Canadian actress and singer, Keara's character in various media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keara"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Keara"
"Keara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5505th of 19264 | 147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1484th of 27321 | 1,565 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1262nd of 35406 | 2,804 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5948th of 30306 | 251 |
Regional Popularity of "Keara" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Keara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.34% 1376th/3685 |
29.47% 1319th/4475 |
27.26% 1416th/5194 |
38.50% 2432nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.48% 1076th/4582 |
19.93% 1029th/5164 |
19.29% 1411th/7313 |
24.07% 1796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keara" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.