Kierre Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kierre is a name of French origin, meaning 'dark' or 'black'. Its linguistic path traces back to the Gaelic word 'ciar'. It is a modern name that reflects a unique and creative identity, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kierre"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːər/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Kierre is derived from the French name 'Kier' which is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word 'ciar', meaning 'dark' or 'black'.
Meaning
dark, black
Language Evolution
Kier, Kierre
Historical Usage
The name Kierre has been used in various forms in French-speaking regions and gained recognition in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Kier, Kiera, Ciara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kierre is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kierre Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kierre"
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 of "Kierre"
"Kierre" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4600th of 16616 | 163 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6753rd of 24088 | 167 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9173rd of 23106 | 88 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13143rd of 27321 | 55 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20160th of 35406 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Kierre" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Kierre" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kierre"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kierre" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kierre" in the United States
The name Kierre is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kierre has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Kierre' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4600th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6753rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9173rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13143rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20160th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Kierre' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.