Kierra
Meaning of Kierra
Kierra is a feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Ciara (“dark-haired”), associated with a 7th-century Irish saint and abbess. As a modern respelling that gained traction in Anglo-American contexts, it blends heritage with a contemporary orthography. Pronounced kee-AIR-uh (/kiˈerə/), Kierra entered the US top 1,000 in the early 1980s, climbed to its peak rank of 298 in 1995 with 878 newborns, and in 2024 sits at rank 895 with 55 occurrences. Though it has never broken into the top 100, its steady presence over four decades suggests an understated appeal for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and distinct. Its clear pronunciation and solid historical roots lend it a quietly confident air—unlikely to be mistaken for a mountain range, despite its phonetic cousin Sierra.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as kee-AIR-uh (/kiˈeə/)
American English
- Pronunced as kee-AIR-uh (/kiˈerə/)
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Notable People Named Kierra
| Kierra Sheard - |
