Kheira
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kheira
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Kheira is a female first name that is considered a Maghrebi variant of the Arabic name Khayra. Its literal translation is 'the very best', 'the good', 'the elite', or more freely 'the honest' as well as 'the most beautiful'.
What does the name Kheira mean?
The name Kheira, a feminine form of the Arabic Khayra, carries the meaning 'the very best'. This name originates from the Arabic term khayr (خير), which means 'good' and 'virtuous'. Variants of this name include Kheyra and Khaira.
Where does the name Kheira come from?
Kheira is an Arabic first name, meaning 'the very best'. It is composed of the Arabic word khayr (خير), which means 'good' or 'virtuous'. The linguistic usage extends across Algerian, Arabic, Maghrebi, and North African.
How do you pronounce Kheira?
Kheira is pronounced approximately as: K-Hai-ra.
Popularity
In Germany, Kheira is a rather rare name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th on the list of the most common female first names. Kheira achieved its best ranking in 2009 at 2,111th place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 5,457th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,303rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Kikiii / Kiri
Famous people
- Kheira Hamraoui (French footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kheira
What is the meaning of the name Kheira?
The name Kheira means 'the very best' and comes from the Arabic term khayr, which means 'good' or 'virtuous'.
Where does the name Kheira come from?
Kheira is an Arabic first name used in various dialects such as Algerian, Arabic, Maghrebi, and North African.
How popular is the name Kheira?
The popularity of Kheira varies by region; however, the name is gaining recognition in Arabic-speaking countries and beyond.