Nyra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nyra is a modern English name derived from words associated with radiance and beauty. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name reflects traits of uniqueness and elegance, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Nyra is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nyra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Nyra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6167th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5956th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6154th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13246th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8448th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1464th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nyra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nyra"
Pronunciation
/ˈnaɪrə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Nyra is believed to be derived from the word 'nyra', which is associated with the meanings of 'radiance' or 'beauty'. It may also have connections to various cultures that use similar sounds.
Meaning
radiance, beauty
Language Evolution
Nira, Nyrah, Nyra
Historical Usage
The name Nyra gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as unique and modern names became more favored by parents.
Variants & Derivatives
Nira, Nyrah, Naira
Modern Popularity & Image
Nyra is perceived as a contemporary and stylish name that conveys uniqueness and elegance. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nyra"
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 "Nyra"
"Nyra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6167th of 9107 | 27 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5956th of 9204 | 32 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6154th of 12526 | 71 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13246th of 27321 | 54 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8448th of 35406 | 204 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1464th of 30306 | 1,824 |
Regional Popularity of "Nyra" 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 "Nyra" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.83% 1587th/3984 |
25.09% 1126th/4487 |
21.55% 1470th/6822 |
19.53% 1226th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nyra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nyra" 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.