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At a Glance: Name: Nyra – Origin: Uncertain (modern coinage) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: NY-rah
Nyra is a modern coinage rather than a name with deep historical roots, and it's gender-neutral with a clean, modern style. It's pronounced NY-rah, or /ˈnaɪrə/ in the IPA — a short, clean two-syllable name. If you're after something contemporary rather than traditional, this one fits that lane.
Meaning & Origin of Nyra
Origin: Uncertain (modern coinage).
How to Pronounce Nyra
Phonetic: NY-rah IPA: /ˈnaɪrə/
Popularity of Nyra
Nyra hit its high point in 2021, ranking #851 with 324 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had cooled to #1228 with just 191 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1914–2024.
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FAQ
How do you pronounce Nyra?
Nyra is pronounced NY-rah (IPA: /ˈnaɪrə/).
Is Nyra a popular name right now?
Nyra peaked at #851 in 2021 and is ranked #1228 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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