Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Lakira since 1978
Babies named Lakira per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lakira's real moment was 1998.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 66 |
| 1990s | 156 |
| 2000s | 180 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Lakira is a modern invented name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1978, during a period when creative, melodic names ending in 'a' were gaining popularity. From its debut through the 1990s, the name rose steadily, reaching its peak usage in 1998, when it ranked highest in recorded history. In 2025, the name stands at rank 13,208, with approximately 1 in every 267,878 newborn girls receiving the name. The trajectory has stabilized in recent decades, reflecting the enduring but niche appeal of this stylish coinage. While no top states were recorded for Lakira, its pattern of use mirrors the broader trend for creatively spelled, African American-influenced names that emerged in the late 20th century.
Lakira first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1978, during a period when creatively spelled, melodic names ending in 'a' were fashionable. It likely draws on sounds from names like Lakeisha and Lakisha, combined with the popular suffix 'ra'. There is no known historical or linguistic root, and it is generally considered a modern coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kira, Laki, Kiki
Variants: Lakeira, Laquira, Lakirah
Sibling names for Lakira
Names that share Lakira's style, for a brother or sister.
