Kiera is associated with the meaning “Dark one, little dark one” — a beautiful sentiment to see brought to life in your child’s room.
Kiera is an anglicized feminine form of the Irish name Ciara, which comes from the Old Irish word "ciar," meaning "dark" or "black." It refers specifically to dark features like hair or eyes. The name has deep Gaelic roots and is closely related to the male name Ciarán, meaning "little dark one."