Tearria
A feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from the word "terra" meaning "earth".
Name Census estimates that about 42 living Americans carry the first name Tearria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tearria today is around 35 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tearria births was 1991 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tearria. 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 Tearria. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
42
~ 1 in 8,160,818 Americans
Peak year
1991
10 babies that year
Average age
35
years old
2000 SSA rank
#17,383
Tracked since 1983
Popularity
Tearria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tearria from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 24 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
Tearria 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 Tearria 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 Tearria
The name Tearria is an intriguing and rare name with a fascinating history that can be traced back to ancient cultures. Its roots are believed to lie in the ancient Celtic language, deriving from the word "tearr," which means "land" or "earth." This suggests that the name may have been originally bestowed upon individuals with a deep connection to nature and the land.
In ancient Celtic folklore and mythology, there are references to deities and figures associated with the earth and fertility, lending credence to the theory that Tearria may have held spiritual or cultural significance. However, the earliest recorded instances of the name itself are scarce, making it difficult to pinpoint its exact origins with certainty.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Tearria was a noblewoman in medieval Ireland, born around the 11th century. Historical records from that time period mention her as a prominent figure in her community, known for her wisdom and leadership. Unfortunately, the details of her life and accomplishments have been lost to time.
Centuries later, in the 16th century, a Tearria is mentioned in a collection of Gaelic poetry, where she is celebrated for her beauty and grace. This poetic reference suggests that the name had endured and carried a positive connotation during that era.
Moving forward in time, a renowned artist named Tearria Beaumont was born in 1712 in France. Her exquisite landscape paintings captured the essence of the French countryside and earned her widespread acclaim among the artistic elite of her time. Tearria Beaumont's works can still be found in prestigious galleries and museums around the world, a testament to her enduring legacy.
Another notable figure was Tearria Everett, an American abolitionist and women's rights activist born in 1832. She dedicated her life to fighting against slavery and advocating for equal rights, often facing immense adversity and personal challenges. Tearria Everett's unwavering determination and courage made her a respected figure in the abolitionist movement of the 19th century.
In more recent times, Tearria Williamson, born in 1962, became a prominent figure in the field of environmental conservation. Her tireless efforts to protect endangered species and raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats have earned her numerous accolades and recognition from various organizations worldwide.
While the name Tearria is relatively uncommon today, its rich history and potential connections to ancient cultures and traditions make it a unique and intriguing choice. The individuals who have borne this name throughout history have left their mark in diverse fields, from art and literature to activism and conservation, further adding to the name's allure and significance.
People
Tearria + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tearria as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tearria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tearria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 42 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tearria 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 8,160,818 US residents.
Is Tearria a common name?
We classify Tearria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 51.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 44 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tearria most popular?
The single biggest year for Tearria was 1991, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tearria is about 35 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 Tearria in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tearria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tearria 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 Tearria still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tearria 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 Tearria 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 people share the name Tearria?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.