Sierra
see-EHR-ə
Popularity
#596
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Spanish
Total Births
100,380
Peak Year
#5,853 in 1998
First Recorded
1940
Style
Nature-Inspired, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Sierra is a Spanish word meaning 'mountain range'. It evokes the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Sierra McCormick
American actress
Sierra Capri
American actress.
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