Siera Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Siera is of Spanish origin, meaning 'mountain range.' It evolved from the word 'sierra' and has gained popularity in recent decades as a nature-inspired name. It is characterized by its modern appeal and connection to natural landscapes. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Siera is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Siera has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Siera' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1778th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2279th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Siera' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Siera"
Pronunciation
/siˈɛərə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Siera is derived from the Spanish word 'sierra,' which means 'mountain range' or 'saw.' It is often used as a feminine given name, inspired by the natural beauty associated with mountainous landscapes.
Meaning
mountain range
Language Evolution
Sierra (Spanish), Siera (variation)
Historical Usage
The name Siera gained popularity in the late 20th century, likely due to the trend of using nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Sierra, Sierah, Cierra
Modern Popularity & Image
Siera is viewed as a modern and nature-inspired name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet meaningful names.
Famous People
Siera Bearchell (Miss Universe Canada 2016), Siera W. (social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Siera"
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 "Siera"
"Siera" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1778th of 27321 | 1,194 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2279th of 35406 | 1,261 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12407th of 30306 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Siera" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Siera" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.10% 1367th/3685 |
62.06% 2777th/4475 |
34.96% 1816th/5194 |
34.19% 2160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.58% 1905th/4582 |
50.14% 2589th/5164 |
35.20% 2574th/7313 |
37.99% 2835th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Siera"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Siera" 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.