Holding steady.
Popularity of Sierah since 1991
Babies named Sierah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 94 |
| 2000s | 104 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sierah is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1991, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of creative and phonetically distinctive names. Its peak year was 1996, after which usage declined and stabilized at very low levels. Although the name has never ranked in the top 1000, its occasional use suggests parents are drawn to its melodic sound and possible connection to the popular name Sierra. With no clear etymology, Sierah remains a name of uncertain origin, likely born from the same inventive spirit that produced many similar names in the 1990s. It has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. state.
Sierah first appeared in U.S. records in 1991, likely a modern coinage. It may be inspired by the Spanish word 'sierra' meaning 'mountain range,' or a creative respelling of names like Ciara or Sariah. Its peak usage came in 1996, after which it has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sisi, Sia
Variants: Sierra
Sibling names for Sierah
Names that share Sierah's style, for a brother or sister.
