Tired or weary; also potentially a modern variant of Liora
Leaira is a rare name that likely evolved as a phonetic variation of the Hebrew name Liora, meaning 'light for me,' or the Latin-derived Leah, meaning 'weary.' In modern usage, it is often chosen for its melodic, multi-syllabic sound rather than a specific historical lineage. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique but familiar-sounding name.
Less common today
Leaira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,500 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
