"Kyra" meaning in English

See Kyra in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

IPA: /ˈkaɪɹə/
Etymology: Name of a Greek Orthodox saint, from Byzantine Greek κυρά (kurá, “lady”), or from Cyra, feminine form of Cyrus. The English name may also be a variant of Keira. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|gkm|κυρά||lady}} Byzantine Greek κυρά (kurá, “lady”) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Kyra
  1. A female given name of modern usage. Categories (topical): English female given names, English given names Synonyms: Kira

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