Cerra
Pronunciation: [ s-EHR-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cerra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 171 babies have been named Cerra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cerra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,715 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,715
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Cerra
Cerra is a girl name .
Cerra is currently ranked #35,715 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cerra include Cer, Cey, Ceie, and Cerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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