Avigail vs Shira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shira

Girl #2,328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"singing, hymn of praise"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,328
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Shiri

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Avigail Rank #2,521
Shira Rank #2,328

Shira is more popular, ranked #2328 vs #2521 for Avigail.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avigail ___

  • Avigail Leah
  • Avigail Miriam
  • Avigail Chaya
  • Avigail Sarah
  • Avigail Rivka
  • Avigail Rachel

Shira ___

  • Shira Leah
  • Shira Rachel
  • Shira Miriam
  • Shira Ruth
  • Shira Naomi
  • Shira Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Avigail

Yael Noam Tamar Eliad Shira

If you choose Shira

Talia Dania Noa Yael Lior

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avigail or Shira more popular?

Shira is more popular, ranked #2328 compared to Avigail at #2521 in the United States.

What do Avigail and Shira mean?

Avigail means "father's joy, source of joy" (Hebrew origin). Shira means "singing, hymn of praise" (Hebrew origin).

Are Avigail and Shira boy or girl names?

Avigail is primarily a girl name. Shira is primarily a girl name.

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