Kierra vs Niamh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kierra

Girl #2,987 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,987
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ki, Kiki

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Niamh

Girl #3,133 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, radiant, lustrous"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Gaelic Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,133
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nia, Niy, Niie

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Popularity Comparison

Kierra Rank #2,987
Niamh Rank #3,133

Kierra is more popular, ranked #2987 vs #3133 for Niamh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kierra ___

  • Kierra Nicole
  • Kierra Renee
  • Kierra Simone
  • Kierra Janelle
  • Kierra Elise
  • Kierra Monique

Niamh ___

  • Niamh Rose
  • Niamh Clare
  • Niamh Grace
  • Niamh Maeve
  • Niamh Siobhan
  • Niamh Brigid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kierra

Zara Nadia Amara Cayla Javon

If you choose Niamh

Ciarán Fionnuala Roisín Seán Áine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kierra or Niamh more popular?

Kierra is more popular, ranked #2987 compared to Niamh at #3133 in the United States.

What do Kierra and Niamh mean?

Kierra means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Niamh means "bright, radiant, lustrous" (Old Irish origin).

Are Kierra and Niamh boy or girl names?

Kierra is primarily a girl name. Niamh is primarily a girl name.

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