Kiernan

Irish

"little dark one"

Kiernan Origin and Meaning

The name Kiernan is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "little dark one".

Although this surname name is closely related to the more common Irish name Kieran, Kiernan is also a well used family name, tied to thirty-three ancient chieftains. It has on a few occasions been used for girls.

Kiernan Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 2439 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Kiernan

• 1835 Nameberry 2024

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• Kiernan Peter Hughes Mason, English footballer
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