NAME PROFILE
Shira
Shira is a name of Hebrew and Japanese origins meaning 'song' and 'white' or 'pure,' respectively. The name conveys a sense of beauty, tranquility, and harmony, often associated with artistic and creative individuals.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,815 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2009 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1953 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 29%CA — 24%NJ — 20%MD — 16%PA — 12%
Notable People
Shira Haas (Actress, known for *Unorthodox*) · Shira Piven (Director and producer, known for *Welcome to Me*) · Shira Lankin Sheinfeld (Artist and educator) · Shira Schwartz (Author and speaker) · Shira Geffen (Filmmaker, known for *Jellyfish*)
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