Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Kiara.
National Rank (2025)
#229
All-Time Peak Rank
#78 (1999)
Total U.S. Births
57,068
Unisex Distribution0.4% Boy / 99.6% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Kiara Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Kiara
According to SSA data, Kiara achieved its highest historical rank of #78 in 1999. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1999 with 4,024 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 63.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 55 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Kiara scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+63.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record4,024Births in 1999
Years in Top 100
1yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
55Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:12
1970s:170
1980s:3,480
1990s:17,821
2000s:18,913
2010s:9,471
2020s:7,201
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesKi-a-ra
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with K, a letter used by only 7.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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