gender neutral
Kieran
little dark one
About Kieran
Kieran possesses an undeniable charm that combines Celtic heritage with contemporary appeal. The name strikes a wonderful balance between familiar and distinctive, recognizable without being common. Kieran has gained popularity for good reason—it offers parents a name that feels both established and fresh. The two-syllable structure makes it easy to say and remember, while the spelling gives it visual interest on paper. This name suits a wide range of personalities, from the artistic to the athletic, the quiet to the outgoing. Kieran has a friendly, approachable quality that helps children make connections easily while growing up. The name ages remarkably well, equally suitable for a toddler, teenager, and adult professional. Parents choosing Kieran often appreciate names with cultural depth that don't require extensive explanation or pronunciation coaching. It works beautifully with various middle names and surnames, demonstrating excellent versatility. Kieran suggests someone who is both strong and sensitive, capable of leading while remaining grounded and genuine.
Popularity of the Name Kieran
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | #961 | #60 | #53 | #318 | |
| 1993 | #753 | #65 | #55 | #245 | |
| 1994 | #679 | #66 | #55 | #281 | |
| 1995 | #637 | #50 | #60 | #204 | |
| 1996 | #624 | #72 | #65 | #210 | |
| 1997 | #644 | #28 | #74 | #60 | #236 |
| 1998 | #625 | #27 | #91 | #67 | #202 |
| 1999 | #596 | #27 | #97 | #73 | #178 |
| 2000 | #528 | #27 | #90 | #60 | #157 |
| 2001 | #534 | #33 | #117 | #72 | #174 |
| 2002 | #556 | #34 | #102 | #69 | #179 |
| 2003 | #538 | #35 | #126 | #72 | #146 |
| 2004 | #544 | #41 | #149 | #73 | #159 |
| 2005 | #571 | #48 | #116 | #91 | #171 |
| 2006 | #563 | #57 | #198 | #105 | #181 |
| 2007 | #571 | #61 | #139 | #96 | #192 |
| 2008 | #533 | #69 | #151 | #112 | #192 |
| 2009 | #510 | #87 | #162 | #149 | #217 |
| 2010 | #540 | #89 | #179 | #143 | #199 |
| 2011 | #474 | #122 | #219 | #154 | #226 |
| 2012 | #554 | #158 | #175 | #228 | #270 |
| 2013 | #558 | #175 | #165 | #155 | #227 |
| 2014 | #576 | #193 | #187 | #199 | #265 |
| 2015 | #512 | #255 | #404 | #197 | #283 |
| 2016 | #539 | #300 | #237 | #191 | #306 |
| 2017 | #512 | #303 | #246 | #226 | #318 |
| 2018 | #497 | #333 | #278 | #263 | #344 |
| 2019 | #493 | #334 | #384 | #236 | #314 |
| 2020 | #514 | #381 | #377 | #381 | |
| 2021 | #493 | #555 | #189 | #317 | |
| 2022 | #490 | #556 | #346 | #421 | |
| 2023 | #477 | #685 | #467 | #325 | #403 |
| 2024 | #440 | #593 | #397 | #327 | |
| 2025 | #389 | #606 | #353 | #356 | |
| 1961 | #186 | ||||
| 1962 | #224 | ||||
| 1963 | #245 | ||||
| 1965 | #250 | #31 | |||
| 1971 | #288 | #32 | |||
| 1973 | #268 | #34 | |||
| 1975 | #304 | #42 | |||
| 1978 | #206 | #41 | |||
| 1979 | #179 | #38 | |||
| 1980 | #164 | #46 | |||
| 1981 | #131 | #43 | |||
| 1982 | #131 | #45 | |||
| 1983 | #86 | #45 | |||
| 1984 | #69 | #46 | |||
| 1985 | #58 | #45 | |||
| 1986 | #50 | #43 | |||
| 1987 | #48 | #39 | |||
| 1988 | #65 | #45 | |||
| 1989 | #64 | #40 | |||
| 1990 | #59 | #47 | |||
| 1991 | #65 | #45 | #351 | ||
| 1964 | #32 | ||||
| 1966 | #32 | ||||
| 1967 | #28 | ||||
| 1968 | #38 | ||||
| 1969 | #31 | ||||
| 1970 | #30 | ||||
| 1972 | #41 | ||||
| 1974 | #35 | ||||
| 1976 | #41 | ||||
| 1977 | #36 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kieran
Names Similar to Kieran
Nicknames for Kieran
- Kier
- Kenny
- Ren
Famous People Named Kieran
| Kieran Gibbs | English footballer |
| Kieran Trippier | English footballer |
| Kieran Tierney | Scottish footballer |
| Kieran Read | New Zealand rugby player |
| Kieran Foran | New Zealand rugby league player |
| Kieran Hebden, also known as Four Tet | British musician |
| Kieran Hayler | English actor and reality TV personality |
| Kieran Richardson | English footballer |
| Kieran Alleyne | British singer and actor |
| Kieran Goss | Irish singer-songwriter |
| Kieran O'Hara | Irish footballer |
| Kieran McAnespie | Scottish footballer |
| Kieran Scott | American author |
| Kieran Hebden | British musician, Four Tet |
| Kieran Kane | American musician |
| Kieran O'Brien | English actor |
| Kieran Dyer | English footballer |
| Kieran Moore | Canadian politician |
| Kieran Culkin | American actor |
Characters Named Kieran
| Kieran Walker | from the TV series "Dexter" |
| Kieran White | from the film "Four Weddings and a Funeral" |
| Kieran O'Shea | from the book "Beautiful Disaster" by Jamie McGuire |
| Kieran Kingsley | from the TV series "Teen Wolf" |
| Kieran Scott | from the TV series "Heartland" |
| Kieran Folami | from the book "Shadow and Bone" by Leigh Bardugo |
| Kieran Ballard | from the TV series "Stalker" |
| Kieran Patel | from the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Kieran Callaghan | from the film "Haywire" |
| Kieran Wilcox | from the TV series "Riverdale" |
| Kieran O'Connor | from the film "The Boondock Saints II - All Saints Day" |
| Kieran Park | from the TV series "Doctors" |
| Kieran Delaney | from the film "The Moth Diaries" |
| Kieran Cooley | from the TV series "The Bill" |
| Kieran McCarty | from the film "Halloween H20 - 20 Years Later" |
| Kieran Mitchell | from the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Kieran Duffield | from the TV series "Neighbours" |
| Kieran Maxwell | from the TV series "Casualty" |
| Kieran Treacy | from the TV series "Fair City" |
| Kieran Wigg | from the film "The Snowtown Murders" |