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Keira (name) means a feminine given name, an Irish variant of Ciara, meaning "dark" or "black.". Example: “Keira Knightley became known for her period-drama film roles.”

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A feminine given name, an Irish variant of Ciara, meaning "dark" or "black."
"Keira Knightley became known for her period-drama film roles."
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Etymology

A modern feminine form of Kieran, from Irish ciar (“black, dark, little dark one”).

Origin: Irish

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What does “Keira” mean?
The word “Keira” means a feminine given name, an Irish variant of Ciara, meaning "dark" or "black.".
How do you use “Keira” in a sentence?
Here is “Keira” used in a sentence: “Keira Knightley became known for her period-drama film roles.”
What part of speech is “Keira”?
“Keira” is a name.
What is the meaning of Keira?
"Keira" (name) means a feminine given name, an Irish variant of Ciara, meaning "dark" or "black.".
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