Declining since 1994, #5,554 for girls today.
Popularity of Tierra since 1964
Babies named Tierra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 21 |
| 1970s | 189 |
| 1980s | 4,198 |
| 1990s | 7,174 |
| 2000s | 2,606 |
| 2010s | 609 |
| 2020s | 144 |
Meaning & origin
Tierra entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1964, during a period when Spanish-derived nature words were gaining traction as given names. Its popularity climbed steadily through the 1970s and 1980s, reaching its peak at rank 5554? in 1993. Since 1994 the name has been in decline, though it still holds a place in modern use. While no top states are listed for Tierra in the latest data, the name appears most frequently in regions with strong Hispanic influence. As a direct borrowing of the Spanish word for 'earth,' Tierra offers a straightforward meaning that appeals to parents seeking a name with natural resonance.
Tierra is the Spanish word for 'earth' or 'land,' derived from Latin 'terra.' It emerged as a given name in the United States in the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by the popularity of other earthy names or as a variant of Terra. Its use increased through the 1970s and peaked in the early 1990s, aligning with broader trends for nature-inspired names.
Where Tierra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tia, T
Sibling names for Tierra
Names that share Tierra's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Sierra, Luna, Selena, Marina, Paloma, Kierra, Rashonda, Dierra, Myeshia, Takeya, Cyerra, Keandrea, Laterra, Shanterria, Onesha, Quierra, Shanera, Shaterra, Shaterria
Brothers: Diego, Mateo, Rio, Landon, Adrian, Kenyan, Quantavious, Dierre, Damontre, Daquann, Deondrick, Deunta, Diontay, Latavion
Names like Tierra
Names whose popularity has moved with Tierra's over the last 50 years.
