Ciara

Ciara as a name

Ciara is a feminine given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic name “Ciarán,” which means “dark-haired” or “black-haired.”

In Ireland, Ciara is a popular name, and it has been used since medieval times. The name is associated with several Irish saints, including Saint Ciara of Kilkeary, a 7th-century saint who founded a monastery in County Tipperary.

Ciara is also a popular name in the United States and other English-speaking countries. It has been consistently ranked in the top 1000 names for baby girls since the 1980s. Notable people with the name Ciara include American singer-songwriter Ciara Harris, Irish actress Ciara O’Callaghan, and Australian Olympic athlete Ciara Michel.