Holding steady.
Popularity of Tira since 1951
Babies named Tira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 163 |
| 1970s | 337 |
| 1980s | 188 |
| 1990s | 138 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Tira first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1951 and reached its peak popularity in 1975, though it has never entered the national top 1000. The name's trajectory shows stable, quiet use over the decades, never exceeding a few dozen births per year. Its 1-in-N rate for 2025 is not available due to low counts. Tira has no strong regional concentration, as it appears sporadically across states without a clear top state. The name is often considered a modern variant of Tyra or a feminine-sounding invention, giving it a sleek, contemporary feel. For parents seeking a rare, short, and melodic name with a hint of mystery, Tira offers a distinctive choice.
The name Tira likely emerged as a modern coinage in the mid-20th century, possibly as a diminutive or variant of names such as Tyra (itself a Scandinavian short form of Tyr) or as a phonetic spelling of the word 'tiara.' It has seen sporadic use in the United States since the 1950s, with a peak in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: T
Sibling names for Tira
Names that share Tira's style, for a brother or sister.
