Kira Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kira Name at a Glance

Name	Kira
Meaning	Russian form of Helen: light.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Kira Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kira means “Russian form of Helen: light”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kira Name Origin

Our database records Kira under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kira a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kira is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Kira

When considering Kira for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.