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Siara

see-AH-rah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Sierra or Ciara, or a modern coinage influenced by similar-sounding names.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,387
Babies named in 2025
75
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 21,430 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2013

Rising since 2013, #2,387 for girls today.

Popularity of Siara since 1983

Babies named Siara per year in U.S. Social Security records.

40791191990200020102020Most births 2024Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s163
1990s613
2000s643
2010s285
2020s428

Meaning & origin

Siara entered the U.S. naming scene in 1983, making it a relatively modern addition to the baby name landscape. Its peak year was 2024, and its trajectory has been rising since 2013, indicating growing appeal among parents seeking melodic, vowel-ending names. The name appears most frequently in New Jersey, Washington, and New York, suggesting regional popularity on the coasts. While its exact origins remain uncertain, the name's similarity to Sierra and Ciara gives it a natural, earthy resonance. With a current rank of 2,387, Siara remains uncommon enough to feel distinctive yet accessible.

Siara first appeared in U.S. records in 1983, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a variant of Sierra, the Spanish word for mountain range, or an anglicized form of the Irish name Ciara, meaning 'dark-haired.' However, its precise derivation is unclear due to its recent emergence and lack of historical documentation.

Where Siara is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Siara” around the world

Where Siara lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    15

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Si, Ara

Sibling names for Siara

Names that share Siara's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Sierra, Ciara, Maya, Aria, Lena

Brothers: Liam, Noah, Ethan, Caleb, Owen

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Siara mean?
The meaning is uncertain. It may be a modern variant of Sierra (mountain range) or Ciara (dark-haired).
How popular is Siara?
As of 2025, Siara ranked 2,387th in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 21,430 births.
Is Siara a girl's name?
Yes, Siara is primarily used as a feminine name.