Halle vs Keira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keira

Girl #609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark one, black-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#609
Total SSA Count
492
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Kee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Halle Rank #575
Keira Rank #609

Halle is more popular, ranked #575 vs #609 for Keira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Halle ___

  • Halle Marie
  • Halle Grace
  • Halle Rose
  • Halle Ann
  • Halle Elizabeth
  • Halle Jane

Keira ___

  • Keira Rose
  • Keira Elizabeth
  • Keira Anne
  • Keira Grace
  • Keira Louise
  • Keira Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Halle

Stella Miles Nora Leo Ivy

If you choose Keira

Niamh Aoife Siobhan Declan Cillian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Halle or Keira more popular?

Halle is more popular, ranked #575 compared to Keira at #609 in the United States.

What do Halle and Keira mean?

Halle means "dweller at the hall" (Old English origin). Keira means "dark one, black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Halle and Keira boy or girl names?

Halle is primarily a girl name. Keira is primarily a girl name.

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