Ciara
Ciara is a girls' name of Irish origin meaning “dark-haired, black.” It ranked #741 in the United States in 2025. The feminine form of Ciarán, meaning 'dark' in Irish.
how do you pronounce Ciara?
KEER-ah
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what does Ciara mean?
The name Ciara means “dark-haired, black.” It comes from the Irish language tradition.
The feminine form of Ciarán, meaning 'dark' in Irish. Saint Ciarán of Clonmacnoise was one of Ireland's most important early saints. The name has deep roots in Irish heritage while sounding perfectly at home internationally. In Ireland, it is pronounced KEER-ah, not see-AH-rah.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #741 |
| 2023 | #765 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Ciara?
- Ciara (American singer, born Ciara Princess Harris)
- Ciara Mageean (Irish middle-distance runner)
what names are similar to Ciara?
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