Rising since 2003, #4,352 for girls today.
Popularity of Alira since 2000
Babies named Alira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 122 |
Meaning & origin
Alira first appeared in U.S. records in the year 2000, and its trajectory has been rising steadily since 2003. In 2025, it reached a peak rank of 4,352, with an incidence of 1 in 50,227 births. The name is most frequently given in California, suggesting a regional preference. As a modern invention, Alira lacks an established meaning or etymology, which may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive and contemporary sound. Its upward trend over two decades indicates growing but still rare usage.
Alira first appeared in United States records in the year 2000. It may have been formed as a variant of Alira, perhaps influenced by names like Alina or Akira, or as a fanciful combination of the prefix Al- with the suffix -ira. No established meaning or historical root has been documented.
Where Alira is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Lira
Sibling names for Alira
Names that share Alira's style, for a brother or sister.
