Kiara
Meaning: Bright, clear, famous
Origin: Italian/Irish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #242
Total births: 1,475
History: Kiara surged in the 2000s as a name with Aboriginal Australian resonance. While also Italian and Irish, in Australia Kiara is a suburb of Perth and connects to Indigenous naming traditions. Kiara bridges cultures in Australian naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #91 |
| Babies named Kiara in 2025 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,475 |
| Peak year | 1999 (141 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #49 |
| Years in records | 1999–2025 (14 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Kiara
What does the name Kiara mean?
Kiara means “Bright, clear, famous” from Italian/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Kiara?
Kiara has Italian/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, clear, famous”.
How popular is Kiara in Australia?
Kiara ranked #91 in Australia in 2025 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Kiara most popular?
Kiara peaked in 1999 with 141 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Kiara a boy or girl name?
Kiara is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Kiaras in registered births are female.
How long has Kiara been recorded in Australia?
Kiara appears in birth records in Australia across 14 years — from 1999 through 2025.