Kiran

Ray of light

GenderUnisexOriginSanskritSay itKEER-uhnPopularityUncommon
Pronounced KEER-uhn

About the name Kiran

Kiran means a beam or ray of light, a short and luminous name used for both girls and boys. It has a clean, modern sound.

Bright and clear-minded, illuminating whatever she focuses on.

Fun fact

Kiran Bedi became India's first female police officer, making the name synonymous with pioneering courage.

Variations

KirannCiran

Famous people named Kiran

  • Kiran Bedi (Indian police officer and activist)
  • Kiran Desai (novelist)

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