Fiera
An Italian feminine name meaning "wild animal, fierce one".
Name Census estimates that about 27 living Americans carry the first name Fiera. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Fiera today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fiera births was 1986 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fiera. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Fiera. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
27
~ 1 in 12,694,605 Americans
Peak year
1986
9 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1993 SSA rank
#14,218
Tracked since 1986
Popularity
Fiera: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Fiera from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 15 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fiera by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Fiera during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Fiera
The name Fiera is believed to have its roots in the Italian language, originating from the word "fiera," which means "proud" or "fierce." It is thought to have emerged during the Renaissance period, a time of cultural and artistic flourishing in Italy.
The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to the 15th century, when it appeared in various Italian literary works and historical records. It was particularly popular among the nobility and upper classes, who often chose names that conveyed strength and confidence.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Fiera was Fiera Gonzaga, an Italian noblewoman who lived from 1472 to 1539. She was a patron of the arts and played a significant role in the cultural life of the Gonzaga court in Mantua.
Another notable figure was Fiera Taddei, an Italian painter who lived from 1520 to 1595. She was one of the few female artists of her time to achieve recognition for her artistic talents, and her works can be found in various galleries and museums across Italy.
In the 17th century, Fiera Capece, an Italian philosopher and writer, made her mark with her writings on ethics and morality. She lived from 1613 to 1677 and was highly regarded for her intellectual contributions.
Moving into the 18th century, Fiera Manzoni, an Italian poet and playwright, rose to prominence with her works that explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. She lived from 1734 to 1811 and was celebrated for her lyrical and evocative writing style.
In the 19th century, Fiera Rossi, an Italian actress and opera singer, captivated audiences with her performances on stage. She lived from 1823 to 1894 and was renowned for her powerful voice and emotive acting abilities.
Throughout its history, the name Fiera has carried a sense of strength, pride, and fierceness, reflecting the spirit of the Italian Renaissance and the cultural legacy of Italy. While its popularity may have waxed and waned over time, it remains a distinct and meaningful name that continues to resonate with those who appreciate its rich heritage.
People
Fiera + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fiera as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fiera: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fiera?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 27 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fiera going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 12,694,605 US residents.
Is Fiera a common name?
We classify Fiera as "Very Rare". It ranks above 44.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 28 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fiera most popular?
The single biggest year for Fiera was 1986, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fiera is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Fiera in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Fiera a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fiera in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Fiera still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Fiera in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Fiera can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Fiera?
See how many Americans are named Fiera on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.