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Ayra

Girl name · 84 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ayra is a modern name with a few possible roots, most commonly seen as a variant of Arya—from the Sanskrit word for “noble” or “honourable”—or of Aria, the Italian term for “air” or “melody.” It also appears in Arabic as a feminine name meaning “respectable.” The name rose sharply in popularity after the character Arya Stark in *Game of Thrones*, though the spelling Ayra remains less common. Notable bearers include young Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, who brought the name international visibility. While no major towns share the name, its sound echoes the musical term “aria” and the lyrical “Aria” used in opera. Variants such as Aria and Arya are especially popular in Scotland today, and Ayra offers a slightly distinct alternative with the same gentle, open feel.