Tearra
A feminine name of unknown origin with several suggested meanings including "earth", "Mother Earth", or "from the highlands".
Name Census estimates that about 732 living Americans carry the first name Tearra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tearra today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tearra births was 1989 (43 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tearra. 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.
People living today
732
~ 1 in 468,244 Americans
Peak year
1989
43 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
2018 SSA rank
#17,888
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Tearra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tearra from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 350 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tearra 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 Tearra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tearras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Texas, Ohio, Alabama recorded the most babies named Tearra, while New York, Missouri, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 6 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tearra
The name Tearra is a unique and intriguing one, with a rich history that spans across various cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where the name Teras was used to describe a sign or omen, often associated with divine or supernatural occurrences. This Greek root eventually evolved into the Latin word "terra," meaning earth or land.
During the Middle Ages, the name Tearra gained popularity in parts of Europe, particularly in regions with strong Celtic influences. It was believed to be a variation of the name Terra, which held significant meaning in Celtic mythology, representing the goddess of the earth and fertility. The name was embraced by many families as a way to honor their connection to the land and its bountiful abundance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tearra can be found in the chronicles of the 12th century, where it was mentioned as the name of a noblewoman from the region of Brittany, France. This particular Tearra was renowned for her wisdom and her advocacy for the rights of women during a time when such voices were often silenced.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Tearra. In the 14th century, Tearra de Montfort was a prominent figure in the French court, known for her skills in diplomacy and her influential role in negotiating peace treaties during a period of political turmoil. Another Tearra, born in the late 16th century, was a renowned poet and playwright in Italy, whose works celebrated the beauty of nature and the human experience.
Moving forward in time, Tearra Browne (1665-1732) was an English botanist and explorer, whose expeditions to the Americas contributed significantly to the study of plant life and the preservation of indigenous knowledge. In the 19th century, Tearra Sinclair (1818-1892) was a Scottish suffragette and activist, tirelessly fighting for women's rights and advocating for educational reforms.
More recently, Tearra Pinson (1920-2005) was an acclaimed American artist, known for her vibrant and expressive paintings that captured the essence of rural life and the beauty of the natural world. Her works have been exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums across the United States, cementing her legacy as a pioneering figure in the world of art.
While the name Tearra may not be as common as some others, its rich history and diverse cultural influences have imbued it with a depth of meaning that transcends time and borders. From its ancient Greek roots to its modern-day adaptations, the name Tearra continues to captivate and inspire, serving as a reminder of our enduring connection to the earth and the boundless potential of the human spirit.
People
Tearra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tearra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tearra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tearra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 732 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tearra 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 468,244 US residents.
Is Tearra a common name?
We classify Tearra as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 758 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tearra most popular?
The single biggest year for Tearra was 1989, when 43 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tearra is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tearra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tearra 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.
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.