Kierra

Meaning of Kierra

It's a variation of Ciara, meaning "dark" or "black-haired."

Kierra has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kierra

After ranking as high as #377 in 2000, Kierra has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Kierra

• Kierra Sheard-Kelly
  Gospel singer and actress
• Kierra Douglas
  American gymnast
• Kierra Fletcher
  Professional basketball player
• Kierra Holst
  Danish badminton player
• Kierra Smith
  Canadian swimmer

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Questions about the name Kierra

What does the name Kierra mean?

Kierra means it's a variation of ciara, meaning "dark" or "black-haired.", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Kierra a boy's or a girl's name?

Kierra is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kierra?

Kierra did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Kierra most popular?

Kierra peaked at #377 in 2000.