Declining since 2020, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Cire since 1996
Babies named Cire per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 19 | 14 |
| 2000s | 82 | 81 |
| 2010s | 62 | 136 |
| 2020s | 15 | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Cire is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997, reflecting the ongoing trend of creative, invented names. Its usage peaked in 2019, but has since been falling, with a trajectory indicating declining popularity since 2020. The name remains rare, with only about 1 in 122,005 newborns receiving it in 2025. Its appeal likely lies in its short, distinctive sound and unisex flexibility, though it has no established meaning or historical roots. As a modern coinage, Cire exemplifies how contemporary parents increasingly embrace unique, invented names that break from tradition.
The name Cire first appeared in U.S. records in 1997, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a creative respelling of 'sire' (a term for a father or ruler) or an invented name inspired by the sound of names like Ciera or Sire. Its brief history shows usage primarily as a unisex name, with no clear traditional etymology.
Sibling names for Cire
Names that share Cire's style, for a brother or sister.
