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Hira

Girl name · 22 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Hira: 22 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 1998.

Hira has a gentle, melodic quality and a rich dual heritage. Of Sanskrit origin, it means "diamond" and is often used as a feminine name in South Asian cultures, while in Japanese it can relate to "flat" or "peace" as a surname or place name. For Scottish parents, the most notable bearer is Hira Mandal, a British scientist celebrated for her work in physics and engineering, inspiring a new generation. The name shares a spiritual resonance with the Cave of Hira in Islam, where the Prophet Muhammad received his first revelations, though this connection is cultural rather than direct. In Scotland, Hira remains a rare but beautiful choice, offering a worldly feel without being unfamiliar.