| Meaning | ray of light |
| Origin | Indian, Sanskrit |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Kiran |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ki-ran |
Kiran, a name with diverse origins and a rich cultural significance, is an excellent choice for your baby boy. Derived from Sanskrit, Kiran means "ray of light" or "beam of sunlight," symbolizing brightness, positivity, and hope. The name transcends gender boundaries, making it a unisex gem.
Selecting Kiran for your son bestows upon him a name that holds deep meaning and evokes the image of the first rays of the sun illuminating the world with warmth and light. It carries an aura of optimism, making it an ideal name for parents who wish to inspire their child with positivity and a bright outlook on life.
The name Kiran also allows for a variety of variations and nicknames, adding a personal touch to your son's identity. Whether he grows up to be a scientist, artist, athlete, or a leader, the name Kiran will serve as a constant reminder of the power of illumination and the potential to bring brightness into the lives of others.
| Kiran Kumar |
| Kiran Raj |
| Kiran Singh |
| Kiran Sharma |
| Kir |
| Ran |
| Ki |
| Kira |
| Rani |
| Kiran Bedi | Indian police officer and social activist |
| Kiran Rao | Indian film director and producer |
| Kiran More | Former Indian cricketer and wicket-keeper |
| Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw | Indian entrepreneur and founder of Biocon Limited |
| Kiran Desai | Indian author and Man Booker Prize winner |
| Kiran Kumar | Indian actor in Bollywood and television |
| Kiran Khalap | Indian author, ad guru, and motivational speaker |
| Kiran Leonard | English musician and songwriter |
| Kiran Chetry | Nepali-American journalist and news anchor |
| Kiran Ahluwalia | Indian-Canadian singer and songwriter |
| Kiran Patel | Character from a popular Indian TV drama series |
| Kiran Singh | Fictional detective in a mystery novel series |
| Kiran Kapoor | Protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Kiran Sharma | Superhero character with light-based powers in a comic book series |
| Kiran Gupta | Main character in a romantic fiction story |
| Kiran Williams | Lead character in a science fiction adventure novel |
| Kiran Anderson | Protagonist in a fantasy novel series |
| Kiran Taylor | Fictional explorer in a young adult novel |
| Kiran Wright | Character in a psychological thriller novel |
| Kiran Martinez | Lead character in a dystopian fiction novel |