Rising since 1997, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Kiora since 1990
Babies named Kiora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 66 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 156 |
Meaning & origin
Kiora is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1990. Since 1997, its popularity has been steadily rising, reaching its peak rank in 2024. In the latest year of data, 2025, it ranked 4,067th, with approximately 1 in 45,922 girls given the name. The name is most frequently found in Georgia. Though its origins are uncertain, Kiora fits a pattern of contemporary, melodic names ending in 'a' that appeal to parents seeking something distinctive. Its upward trajectory suggests it may continue to gain modest popularity.
Kiora first appeared in the United States in the 1990s. It may be a creative respelling of the Irish name Ciara or an elaboration of the name Kia with the fashionable -ora suffix. Its usage has been rising steadily since the late 1990s, though it remains rare.
Where Kiora is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ki, Kiki
Sibling names for Kiora
Names that share Kiora's style, for a brother or sister.
