Kiarra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kiarra is an Italian name derived from Chiara, meaning 'clear' or 'bright'. It evolved from Latin and has seen various forms across languages. The name embodies traits of brightness and clarity. It does not have biblical relevance. Kiarra has gained modern popularity since the late 20th century, often viewed as fashionable and vibrant.
The name Kiarra 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, Kiarra 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, 'Kiarra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1936th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1400th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4800th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kiarra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kiarra"
Pronunciation
/kiˈɑːrə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Kiarra is derived from the Italian name Chiara, which means 'clear' or 'bright'. It is a feminine form of the name that has roots in Latin.
Meaning
clear, bright
Language Evolution
Chiara (Italian), Clara (Latin), Klara (German), Kiarra (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kiarra gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and Australia, as a modern variation of Chiara and Clara.
Variants & Derivatives
Chiara, Clara, Klara, Kiarra
Modern Popularity & Image
Kiarra is perceived as a stylish and contemporary name, often associated with a bright and vibrant personality.
Famous People
Kiarra M. Stokes (American model and actress), Kiarra W. O'Connor (Australian singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kiarra"
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 "Kiarra"
"Kiarra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1936th of 27321 | 1,051 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1400th of 35406 | 2,424 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4800th of 30306 | 339 |
Regional Popularity of "Kiarra" 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 "Kiarra" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.82% 1541st/3685 |
43.66% 1954th/4475 |
27.55% 1431st/5194 |
48.49% 3063rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.26% 1249th/4582 |
23.16% 1196th/5164 |
20.87% 1526th/7313 |
26.24% 1958th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
74.49% 4675th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kiarra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kiarra" 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.