Dog Names > Kiara

Kiara

Female

Meaning

Dark

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/kiˈɑːrə/

Traits associated with the name Kiara:

Dogs named Kiara tend to be loving, good-natured, loyal, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Kiara?

Naming your dog Kiara suggests that you are a fan of strong, independent female characters. Kiara is the name of the strong-willed daughter of Simba in Disney's The Lion King, and is also the name of the brave and determined protagonist of Disney's The Lion King II: Simba's Pride. It suggests that you admire and appreciate strong female characters and want to honor them in some way.

Is Kiara a good dog name?

Kiara has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Kiara isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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2,998

New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Kiara is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Kiara was, in the past month, the 237th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Kiara is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Kiara was viewed 187 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Kiara's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Kiara is most adored in Kansas, Florida and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Maine and Minnesota.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kiara.

Kiara is found in these categories:

irish

Derived from Ciarán, meaning dark-haired in Gaelic.

Dog names like Kiara:

Kira

Black

Kyla

Narrow

Kerry

Dark princess

Keeva

Kind, Beautiful, Gentle

Keira

Black-haired

Kylee

Boomerang

Comments (8)

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Adrianna (Nevada, United States)

I think of the name reminds me of the lioness from the lion king 2 simba’s pride and the lion guard.
August 03, 2024

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Kiara (Bogota D.C., Colombia)

My dog's name was Kiara. I think what I admired and admire most about her is her bravery and strength. Intelligent, lively, fast, sweet, loyal, guardian and protector of us. Affectionate and noble.
February 02, 2024 ◆ Translated

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kiara es mi perrita de 4 años, poodle, blanca, (Santa Fe, Argentina)

kiara is my 4 year old dog, poodle, white,
September 20, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Kiara (Bogota D.C., Colombia)

my dog is called Kiara is a poodle
June 03, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Kiara (San Germán, Puerto Rico)

That's my kitten's name, and it's a beautiful name for a kitten♥︎
June 03, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Kiara. (Bogota D.C., Colombia)

My siberian wolf bb
June 02, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Kiara (Cundinamarca, Colombia)

It is a beautiful name I chose it for my pet I am happy.
May 25, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Elizabeth (Provincia del Chimborazo, Ecuador)

I loved the name Kiara I gave my dog since I rescued her from the street and now she is beautiful and her name is not repetitive.
March 29, 2022 ◆ Translated

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