Kieran
Kieran: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɪəˌɹɔːn/ · /ˈkɪɹˌɔn/
Meaning and origin of Kieran
- A unisex given name from Irish, an anglicized form of Ciarán.
- A unisex given name from Sanskrit, an anglicized form of किरण (kiraṇa).
How popular is Kieran?
Since 1880, 1,605 girls and 17,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Kieran (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2354 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #389 for boys, with 828 babies given the name.
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Kieran FAQ
What does the name Kieran mean?
A unisex given name from Irish, an anglicized form of Ciarán. A unisex given name from Sanskrit, an anglicized form of किरण (kiraṇa).
What is the origin of the name Kieran?
Kieran is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Kieran?
Since 1880, 1,605 girls and 17,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Kieran (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2354 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #389 for boys, with 828 babies given the name.
Is Kieran a boy or girl name?
Kieran is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,605 girls and 17,613 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.