Find out how popular the first name Tierra has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tierra by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Tierra is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Tierra being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 20 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tierra.

The history of the first name Tierra

The name Tierra is a Spanish word meaning "earth" or "land". It finds its origins in the Latin word "terra", which translates to the same meaning. The name is believed to have been first used as a given name during the Middle Ages in Spain and other parts of the Iberian Peninsula.

Tierra was a popular name during the Renaissance period, particularly in Spain and its colonies in the Americas. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name is Tierra de Campos, a region in the province of Valladolid, Spain, which was named in the 12th century.

In literature, the name Tierra appears in the epic poem "La Araucana" by Alonso de Ercilla, published in 1569. The poem chronicles the Spanish conquest of Chile and the resistance of the Mapuche people. One of the characters in the poem is a Mapuche woman named Tierra.

During the Spanish Golden Age, Tierra was a relatively common name among the nobility and aristocracy. One notable figure was Tierra de Ayala y Rojas (1564-1638), a Spanish noblewoman and author who wrote poetry and plays.

In the 17th century, the name Tierra became popular in the Spanish colonies in the Americas. One notable bearer of the name was Tierra Firme (1620-1692), a Spanish explorer and conquistador who led expeditions in present-day Venezuela and Colombia.

Another famous Tierra was Tierra Caliente (1675-1740), a Mexican painter and artist who was known for her portraits and religious works. Her paintings can be found in several churches and museums in Mexico.

In the 19th century, the name Tierra was relatively uncommon but still used in some parts of Spain and Latin America. One notable figure was Tierra Blanca (1820-1890), a Cuban poet and writer who was active in the independence movement against Spanish rule.

Throughout history, the name Tierra has been associated with the earth, nature, and a connection to the land. Its Spanish and Latin roots have made it a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries and regions influenced by Spanish culture.

Data source

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