Khira, of Arabic origin, translates to 'strong' or 'powerful'. It is often used as a unisex name, although it may be more commonly associated with females. The name Khira has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the Western world, likely due to its unique sound and meaning. Its pronunciation varies slightly depending on regional accents, but generally, it rhymes with 'here'.
The name Khira experienced varied popularity over the years with noticeable spikes in usage during certain periods. Between 1982 and 2021, there were a total of 304 babies named Khira. The most popular years for the name seemed to be around the late 1990s to early 2000s, with peak years being 1999 (16 births) and 2000 (17 births). However, there were also several years in which only a few babies were named Khira, such as 5 or fewer births from 1982 to 1994, and again from 2004 to 2013. Overall, the name's popularity seems to have been relatively consistent throughout these decades, with fluctuations but no clear long-term trends.