Declining since 2005, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Caira since 1977
Babies named Caira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 71 |
| 1990s | 248 |
| 2000s | 304 |
| 2010s | 165 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Caira is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1977. Its ranking of 10,107 in 2025 means it is given to fewer than 100 baby girls per year nationwide, with an incidence of about 1 in 178,585 births. The name saw its peak in 2005 and has been declining in use since then. Caira's origins are not firmly established; it may be a creative respelling of more familiar names like Cara or Kyra. Despite its low profile, Caira has a melodic, contemporary feel that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive but pronounceable name.
Caira first appeared in U.S. records in 1977. Its origins are uncertain; it may be a modern spelling variant of Cara (from Italian 'cara' meaning 'beloved') or a diminutive of Kyra (a feminine form of Cyrus). It could also be a feminine form of the Roman name Caius. There is no established traditional etymology, and its use remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cai, Caira-bug
Sibling names for Caira
Names that share Caira's style, for a brother or sister.
