Kieran
Little dark one
GenderBoyOriginIrishSay itKEER-uhnPopularityStable
Pronounced KEER-uhn
About the name Kieran
Rooted in Irish hagiography, Kieran is an appealing and popular choice. It has a melodic, soft charm that feels both classic and perfectly at home in the modern world.
Kieran is thoughtful and a little mysterious, with a quiet strength that others admire.
Fun fact
Kieran comes from Saint Ciarán, one of the earliest Irish saints and founder of the monastery at Clonmacnoise.
Nicknames for Kieran
KiKier
Variations
CiaranKyran
Famous people named Kieran
- Kieran Culkin (Emmy and Oscar-winning actor)
- Kieran Trippier (English footballer)