Girl · 550th of 27,321
Ciera
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
11,364
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1993
Peak Popularity Year
682
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ciera stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Ciera is an English name derived from the Spanish word for 'mountain range.' It evolved from the name Sierra and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is often associated with creativity and nature, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈsiːərə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Ciera is derived from the name Sierra, which means 'mountain range' in Spanish, and has been adapted into various forms in English.
Meaning
mountain range
Language Evolution
Sierra, Cierra, Ciera
Historical Usage
Ciera gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and unique name choice among English-speaking parents.
Variants & Derivatives
Sierra, Cierra, Ciara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ciera is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with creativity and a love for nature.
Famous People
Ciera Payton, Ciera, the American singer-songwriter
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 682 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 42 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 550th of 27321 | 6,469 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 870th of 35406 | 4,583 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5282nd of 30306 | 297 |