US Popularity:6330
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Mountain range; Saw; Black
Cierra is a feminine name of Spanish and Irish origin, meaning “mountain range,” “saw,” and “black.” It is derived from Sierra—a word often used to refer to jagged or saw-tooth mountain ranges in Spanish. Cierra is also related to the Irish name Ciara from the Gaelic word ciar, meaning “black” or “dark-haired,” making Cierra a befitting moniker for babies born with dark locks.

How Popular Is The Name Cierra?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Cierra is currently #3434 on The Bump
Girl:Cierra is currently #2310 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Cierra is currently #6330 in U.S. births
Girl:Cierra is currently #3639 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#3639
in 2023
- 98
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Cierra, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Sierra, February 2019

  • Name Doctor, Cierra

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 110

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