Ciaran name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 13th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Irish and Celtic
Usage: Irish and English
Pronunciation: KEER-an
Meaning: The Black, Little Friend and Small Mistress
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What does Ciaran mean?

Ciaran's meaning is The Black, Little Friend or Small Mistress used for both genders has its origin in Old Irish and Celtic is mostly used in Irish and English. Ciaran is form of outstanding and virtuous Kieran.

Kieran is form of Ciaran in English language. Also Kieran is English equivalent of Ciarán. Kieran means Little Dark One Little Dark-Haired One, The Black and Darkskinned is rooted from Old Irish and Celtic.

How do I pronounce Ciaran?

One syllabled Ciaran is most commonly pronounced as KEER-an. The pronunciation choose to emphasis on first KEER syllable. Some people pronounce it as cia-ran.

Variants of Ciaran

Kieran, Ciarán, Ciar

Names that rhyme with Ciaran

How popular is the name Ciaran?

Ciaran was a popular name in England and Wales. Over 5032 babies have been named Ciaran since 1996. When at its peak in 2004, it ranked 107th when 514 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

After 23 years, the name has past its prime. Additionally, the name has been in the top 500 baby names 18 times Ciaran used to be a common name in Ireland, first appeared in 1964 and over 12058 babies have been given the name in 59 years.

At its zenith in 2000,. However after 59 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Ciaran is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1959 and was able to reach the top 2000 names.

In 2013, it ranked 1778th when 83 boy were named Ciaran. Over 1658 babies in United States have been named Ciaran. The first name is an uncommon baby name in France, its highest ever rank is 2536 (1988) in its 11 years run on France naming chart.

But Ciaran is a popular baby name in Northern Ireland where every 1 in 300 have the name. As per our estimate, over 20000 babies have been bestowed Ciaran around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018224660
2017222859
2016211665
2015197373
2014178983
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Ciaran in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands422355
Sweden24855
Norway41455
Denmark12050

Here's what numbers has to say about Ciaran

Hang around with new people but be selective. You want to travel the world and inspire people to do the same. You believe that what you give is what you will receive. In love, you act childish and don't care much about the feelings of your partner because you start relationships without falling in love first. Once you fall in love, everything changes. Having number 11 as your soul urge no symbolizes your wandering nature.

Other names similar to Ciaran, for soon-to-be-parents

  •  Erina - Queer girl name Erina means "Beautiful Lady, From Ireland or The Irish Woman" principally used in Danish, Arabic and Tamil is rooted from Celtic and Old Irish languages
  •  Bryn means Hill or Vigilant is commonly used in English and Malayalam. Its origin is in Welsh and Celtic is a gender-neutral name
  •  Reagan - Reagan's meaning is King Lear came from English and Celtic and is notably used in English is used as a gender-neutral name
  •  Jodoc - Meaning of Jodoc is Warrior, Lord or Lord has its origin in Celtic is a baby boy name
  •  Kasey - The commonly accepted unisex name Kasey means "Vigorous, Alert or Brave", primarily used in English came from Old Irish and Old Greek
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Sibling Names for Ciaran

Ciaran is a beautiful name with Irish origins, meaning "little dark one". If you are considering naming your baby boy Ciaran, you might also be interested in finding sibling names that complement this unique and charming moniker. Here are some suggestions to get you started.

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Famous people named Ciaran

  • Ciaran Carson, Belfast, Northern Ireland-born poet and novelist
  • Ciaran Gultnieks, British computer game programmer
  • Ciaran Fitzgerald, Irish former rugby union player
  • Ciaran Donnelly, English professional footballer
  • Ciaran Madden in The Beast Must Die as Actress
  • Ciaran McGlynn in Love, Rosie as Actor
  • Ciaran Flynn in Robin Hood as Actor
  • Ciaran O'Brien in Detained as Actor
  • Ciaran Davies in The 5th Dimension as Actor
  • Ciaran Byrne in Tattered as Actor
  • Ciaran O'Grady in Mhysa as Actor
  • Ciaran Nolan in Man About Dog as Actor
  • Ciaran Maguire in video Dancing on Dangerous Ground as Actor
  • In 1999, Ciaran Owens portrayed the role of Frankie Browne in comedy and drama film Agnes Browne.
  • In 1998, Ciaran Pennington characterized the role of Jamie in drama film One of Them!.

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