Keira is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #92 in 2012 with 610 recorded births. This places Keira in the top 1% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2006 with 1,622 births ranking #33. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 548.9%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 528 girls born was named Keira. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Keira is generally treated as an anglicised Irish form carrying the idea of dark colouring. It feels sleek and modern while staying close to a traditional Gaelic root.
The name became more familiar internationally as Irish names travelled into mainstream English use. Its polished spelling has helped it feel contemporary without losing its Celtic connection.