Modern creation, possibly meaning 'the choice' or 'the pure'
Lakira is a modern American name likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with the name Kira. While its exact etymology is fluid, it is often associated with the Sanskrit 'Kira' meaning 'beam of light' or the Japanese 'Akira' meaning 'bright'.
About 6 girls were named Lakira in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
