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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Spanish word for a jagged mountain range (literally 'saw')
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- see-AIR-ah
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
see-AIR-ahIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Sierra mean?
Spanish word for a jagged mountain range (literally ‘saw’). (Source: Wiktionary)
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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