Kieran
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kieran
Kieran derives from the Irish name Ciarán, which comes from the Old Irish word "ciar" meaning "dark" or "black," originally referring to dark-haired or dark-complexioned individuals.
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Etymology
Kieran derives from the Irish name Ciarán, which comes from the Old Irish word "ciar" meaning "dark" or "black," originally referring to dark-haired or dark-complexioned individuals. The name is primarily used in Irish and English-speaking cultures, with particular prominence in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities, and has strong associations with early Irish Christianity through Saint Ciarán of Saigir and other venerated Irish saints.
Kieran currently ranks #389 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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