Declining since 1994.
Popularity of Shyra since 1962
Babies named Shyra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 108 |
| 1980s | 216 |
| 1990s | 206 |
| 2000s | 168 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 42 |
Meaning & origin
Shyra first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1962, a period when many invented and respelled names began to gain traction. Its peak year came in 1994, during the 1990s naming boom for similar-sounding names like Kira and Myra. Despite its peak, Shyra has never ranked in the top 1000, placing it in a small but persistent niche. Since 1994, its trajectory has been falling, as tracking shows a decline in usage over the last three decades. Its origins are uncertain, likely a modern coinage or a variant of the Hebrew Shira, which adds a layer of melodic appeal. With no strong ties to one cultural tradition, Shyra remains a flexible choice for parents seeking a distinctive and feminine name.
Shyra first appeared in the United States in the 1960s, likely as a modern invented name. It may be a respelling of Shira, a Hebrew name meaning 'song,' or a feminine form of Shay, which has Irish roots meaning 'admirable.' The name saw its peak popularity in 1994.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shy, Rara
Sibling names for Shyra
Names that share Shyra's style, for a brother or sister.
