Declining since 2021, #3,712 for girls today.
Popularity of Kior since 2017
Babies named Kior per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 65 | 0 |
| 2020s | 293 | 190 |
Meaning & origin
Kior is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security Administration's baby name list in 2017. It is used for both boys and girls, though its rank of 3,712 in 2025 indicates it remains rare, with an incidence of about 1 in 40,182 births. The name reached its peak popularity in 2022, but has been declining since 2021. Kior is most frequently given in Georgia and Pennsylvania. As a contemporary coinage, it lacks deep historical roots or a well-established meaning, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and unconventional name.
Kior first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2017. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly formed by combining elements from other names or as a creative spelling. No traditional etymology or historical usage has been established.
Where Kior is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Kior
Names that share Kior's style, for a brother or sister.
