Kirin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-rin / /ˈkiːrɪn/Japanese; Irish
Meaning
Japanese: 'dragon'; Irish: 'little dark one'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Kirin refers to a mythical hooved chimerical creature often depicted as a good omen. In Irish, the name is derived from 'Ciarán', which is associated with Saint Ciarán, a prominent figure in early Christianity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kieran
- Kierin
International Variants
- Kieran (Irish)
- Kirin (Japanese)
Famous people named Kirin
Kirin Kiki — actress.
Kirin J. O'Connor — author.
Fictional characters named Kirin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kirin was first seen in the United States in 1995. Kirin has ranked as high as #1321 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kirin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kirin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 39 |