Chirah at a glance
- Meaning
- Lamp, light
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- CHI-rah
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Chirag, Chyrag, Chirrag, Chireag, Cheereg, Chyreg
Lucky details for Chirah
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Chirah is a Sanskrit name meaning “lamp, light”. It is a spelling variant of Chirag and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Chirah for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Chirah reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Chirah
What does the name Chirah mean?
Chirah means “lamp, light” and comes from a Sanskrit root.
Is Chirah a boy or girl name?
Chirah is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Chirah?
Chirah is pronounced CHI-rah (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Chirah?
The lucky number for Chirah is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Chirah?
Popular short forms include Chii, Chir, Chiy, Chy.
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