Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Cierra

US Popularity Rank: 6330

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Mountain range; Saw; Black

Cierra is a feminine name of Spanish and Irish origin, meaning “mountain range,” “saw,” and “black.” It is derived from Sierra—a word often used to refer to jagged or saw-tooth mountain ranges in Spanish. Cierra is also related to the Irish name Ciara from the Gaelic word ciar, meaning “black” or “dark-haired,” making Cierra a befitting moniker for babies born with dark locks.

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