Kiara

Meaning of Kiara

It can mean "bright" or "famous." It's also sometimes considered a version of Ciara.

Kiara has Irish/Italian roots — browse every Irish/Italian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kiara

Kiara has held fairly steady, sitting around #229 in 2025 after peaking at #130 in 2000.

Notable people named Kiara

• Ciara
  American singer and dancer
• Kiara Advani
  Indian actress
• Kiara Liz Ortega
  Puerto Rican model
• Kiara Muhammad
  American track and field athlete
• Kiara Glasco
  Canadian actress

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Questions about the name Kiara

What does the name Kiara mean?

Kiara means it can mean "bright" or "famous." it's also sometimes considered a version of ciara, and it comes from Irish/Italian origins.

Is Kiara a boy's or a girl's name?

Kiara is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kiara?

In 2025, Kiara ranked #229 for girls, up from #238 the year before.

When was Kiara most popular?

Kiara peaked at #130 in 2000.