Eira

♀ Girl

Pronounced AY-ruh /ˈeɪ.rə/High

Meaning: snowHigh

In 30 seconds: Eira is a beautiful Welsh name meaning snow. A rare ethereal two-syllable name from the Celtic tradition, evoking the crisp purity of winter.

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Origin HighWelsh

Meaningsnow

U.S. rank (2025)#1749 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births116 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 878

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Eira derives directly from the Welsh word eira meaning snow. As a given name it has been used in Wales for generations.

Eira is primarily used in Wales and Welsh-speaking communities.

Did you know? In Welsh folklore, Eira Wen (White Snow) was the Welsh name for Snow White — showing how deeply this name is woven into Welsh storytelling.

Overall data confidence 95%

Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for EiraBehind the Name: Eira — name etymology reference

Variations

EirlysEirwenEiry

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does Eira mean?

Eira means snow in Welsh, directly from the Welsh word eira.

How do you pronounce Eira?

Eira is pronounced AY-ruh (/ˈeɪ.rə/), with two syllables.

Is Eira a girl's name?

Yes, Eira is a feminine Welsh name.

How popular is the name Eira?

Eira is primarily used in Wales and Welsh-speaking communities.