UK girl's name
Keiara
A feminine name derived from Keira, possibly of Celtic or Old Norse origin.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Keiara is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Keiara popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5591, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2006 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Keiara. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Keiara ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 girls were registered as Keiara.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Keiara as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5591
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
3 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Keiara mean?
The name Keiara is a relatively modern invention, with no known ancient roots or direct translations from other languages. It appears to be an original name created in the late 20th century, likely inspired by a combination of existing names and sounds.
One theory suggests that Keiara may have been derived from the Welsh name Keira, which means "black" or "dark-featured." However, the addition of the "a" at the end gives it a unique twist, setting it apart from the traditional Welsh spelling.
Alternatively, Keiara could be a creative blend of the names Keira and Kiara, both of which have gained popularity in recent decades. Kiara is a Sanskrit name meaning "ray of light" or "spiritual wisdom," while Keira is a variant of the Irish name Ciara, meaning "dark-haired."
The earliest recorded use of the name Keiara is difficult to pinpoint precisely, as it is a relatively new creation. However, some notable individuals who have borne this name include:
1. Keiara Wade, an American singer-songwriter born in 1995, known for her soulful R&B style. 2. Keiara Carr, a Canadian track and field athlete specializing in sprinting, born in 1993. 3. Keiara Strickland, an American basketball player who played for the University of South Carolina from 2014 to 2018. 4. Keiara Downey, an American actress and model, born in 1990, known for her roles in independent films. 5. Keiara Williams, an American artist and illustrator, born in 1988, known for her vivid and whimsical artwork.
While the name Keiara may lack a deep historical connection, its unique sound and modern flair have contributed to its growing popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States and Canada. As a relatively new name, its future trajectory and any potential cultural or historical significance remain to be seen.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Keiara over time
The chart below shows babies named Keiara registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Keiara, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Keiara by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Keiara was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5716 | 15 | 5 |
| 2000s | #5387 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Keiara
- Katie 53,185
- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
- Kayleigh 10,677
- Kate 10,276
- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Keiara: questions and answers
How popular is the name Keiara in the UK right now?
In 2019, Keiara was ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Keiara most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Keiara in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Keiara?
A feminine name derived from Keira, possibly of Celtic or Old Norse origin.
How many people are called Keiara in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Keiara across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.