Keir
Meaning
"dark one, dark-complexioned"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic ciar
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #6,610
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Syllables
- 1
- Formality
- Moderate
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"dark one, dark-complexioned"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic ciar
"Worthy of praise; a creative name meaning praise"
Origin: African
Keir is more popular, ranked #6610 vs #62519 for Tonza.
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Keir is more popular, ranked #6610 compared to Tonza at #62519 in the United States.
Keir means "dark one, dark-complexioned" (Scottish Gaelic ciar origin). Tonza means "Worthy of praise; a creative name meaning praise" (African origin).
Keir is primarily a boy name. Tonza is primarily a girl name.