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Kira

/keeːruh/
English Female

Kira is a English name meaning "Dark". Kira's etymology is complex and varies depending on the culture. It is associated with the Persian name Cyrus (meaning 'throne'), the Irish name Ciara (meaning 'dark-haired'), and the Slavic word for 'light'.

Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic keeːruh
IPA kiːɹə

Say it as keeːruh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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