Kaire

♀ Girl

Pronounced KYE-ruh /ˈkaɪ.rə/Low

Meaning: A modern spelling most often read as Kaira or Kyra — names variously tied to Greek kyria ('lady') or to Hindi/Arabic-influenced Kaira. The pronunciation and route both vary by family, so we note the uncertainty.Low

In 30 seconds: A short modern name: Kaire reads close to Kaira and Kyra (said 'KYE-ruh'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA modern spelling most often read as Kaira or Kyra — names variously tied to Greek kyria ('lady') or to Hindi/Arabic-influenced Kaira. The pronunciation and route both vary by family, so we note the uncertainty.

U.S. rank (2024)#14253 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 19

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

Kaire is a modern spelling that most families read as a form of Kaira or Kyra — names tied variously to the Greek kyria, 'lady,' and to Kaira as used in South Asia. Because both the sound and the source vary, we note the routes as uncertain (said 'KYE-ruh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, short, and uncertain in route.

Did you know? Kaire sits between Kyra ('lady,' from the Greek kyria) and Kaira, a name used in South Asian families — and families say it in more than one way. The routes are uncertain, which we note.

Overall data confidence 28%

References — Kaire — Kaira/Kyra route; pronunciation and origin uncertain

Variations

KairaKyraKira

Nicknames

KaiKayRie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kaire mean?

Kaire is usually read as a spelling of Kaira or Kyra ('lady'). The routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Kaire?

It's said KYE-ruh — two syllables, stress on the first; some families say it other ways.

Is Kaire a boy or girl name?

Kaire is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Kaire?

Kaire is a rare name for girls in the U.S.