Sierra

At a Glance: Name: Sierra – Meaning: Spanish word for a jagged mountain range (literally 'saw') – Origin: Spanish – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: see-AIR-ah

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Sierra is a Spanish word for a jagged mountain range, literally meaning 'saw', and it carries that rugged, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel into a modern girl's name. It's pronounced see-AIR-ah, and its Spanish roots give it a worldly touch.

Meaning & Origin of Sierra

Meaning: Spanish word for a jagged mountain range (literally 'saw').

Origin: Spanish.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Sierra

Phonetic: see-AIR-ah   IPA: /siˈɛrə/

Popularity of Sierra

Sierra peaked at #49 in 1999, when 5,715 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #596 with 505 babies, so it's now a familiar name that's far less common than it once was.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1940–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Sierra mean?

Spanish word for a jagged mountain range (literally ‘saw’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sierra)

How do you pronounce Sierra?

Sierra is pronounced see-AIR-ah (IPA: /siˈɛrə/).

Is Sierra a popular name right now?

Sierra peaked at #49 in 1999 and is ranked #596 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1940–2024.)

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