Beloved or friend
Kairah is a modern phonetic variation likely derived from the Arabic name Khaira, meaning 'good' or 'virtuous', or the Irish name Ciara, meaning 'dark-haired'. In some contemporary contexts, it is associated with the Latin word 'cara', meaning 'beloved'. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Less common today
Kairah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,239 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
