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Quiara

kee-AHR-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1999
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Quiara since 1987

Babies named Quiara per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1123341990200020102020Most births 1999Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s12
1990s162
2000s120
2010s23
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Quiara is a modern American name that first appeared in the Social Security Administration's data in 1987, a time when inventive and melodic names were gaining popularity. Its peak year came in 1999, when it was given to the most babies in a single year, though it has never entered the top 1000 nationally. The name has shown a stable trajectory since the 1990s, remaining consistently in use but never breaking into mainstream popularity. Unlike many modern coinages, Quiara has not been strongly tied to any specific state or region. With its smooth sound and ambiguous origin, Quiara offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a rare and contemporary name.

Quiara first appeared in the United States in the late 1980s. It is likely a modern creation, possibly combining elements from names like Kiara or Quiana, or formed from the fashionable prefix 'Qui-' with the suffix '-ara'. The name saw its peak usage in 1999 and has remained in consistent but low use since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Qi, Ara, Rara

Variants: Kiarra, Quiara

Sibling names for Quiara

Names that share Quiara's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Nevaeh, Amara, Sienna, Zara, Maya

Brothers: Kai, Jamal, Elijah, Zion, Jaden

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Quiara mean?
The meaning of Quiara is uncertain. It is believed to be a modern invented name, possibly inspired by names like Kiara or Quiana.
How popular is the name Quiara?
Quiara is a very rare name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1987 and reached its peak rank in 1999. As of the latest data, it is not in the top 1000 names.
Is Quiara a boy or girl name?
Quiara is almost exclusively used for girls.