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Eira

Girl name · 31 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Eira: 31 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2018.

Eira is a name of Welsh origin, where it means simply "snow"—a lyrical choice that evokes winter's quiet beauty. It may also appear as a variant of the Irish name Éire, meaning "Ireland," though the Welsh root is the more common association for English and Scottish speakers. Notable bearers include Eira Thomas, a Canadian geologist and mining executive, and Eira Davies, a Welsh missionary and writer. While no major places are named after a bearer, the name shares its root with the Welsh word for snow, eira, and stands out as a soft, feminine alternative to the more familiar Eileen or Isla. Its rising popularity in Wales and England adds a gentle, nature-inspired charm.