Tierney

Irish

"descendent of a lord"

Tierney Origin and Meaning

The name Tierney is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "descendent of a lord".

An uncommon Irish-accented surname that seems particularly well suited to a girl. Tierney Sutton is a well-known jazz singer. Tierney, in its original Tiarnach form, was the name of several saints. It can also join the ranks of Old Hollywood names, via the haunting actress Gene Tierney. ER actress Maura Tierney is a current surname bearer. 

Tierney Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 2067 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Tierney

• 1679 Nameberry 2024

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Famous People Named Tierney

• Tierney Gearon American photographer
• Tierney Sutton American jazz singer
• Tierney Thys American biologist and explorer
• Gene Tierney American actress
• Maura Tierney American actress