Ayra is a unisex given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "lioness". It is often used as a feminine name, but can also be given to boys. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States and Europe. It is often seen as a modern alternative to more traditional names like Aura or Ayla. Some famous bearers of this name include Ayra Starr, a Nigerian singer-songwriter, and Ayra King, a Canadian actress.
The name Ayra has seen a significant increase in popularity over the years, with a steady rise in the number of births from just 5 in 1976 to a peak of 278 in 2023. The most notable spikes occurred around the late 2010s and early 2020s, with a particularly sharp increase from 80 births in 2016 to 222 in 2021, indicating that Ayra has become quite fashionable as a baby name during this period.