Kyran Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEER-an / /ˈkɪərən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'little dark one'; Gaelic: 'descendant of Ciarán'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kyran is derived from the Irish name Ciarán, which means 'little dark one'. The name has historical significance in Ireland, often associated with Saint Ciarán, one of the early Irish saints. It reflects a common naming tradition in Gaelic culture, where names often denote physical characteristics or lineage. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries over the years.
Trend Summary
Kyran has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kieran
- Ciaran
International Variants
- Ciarán (Irish)
- Kieran (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kyran was first seen in the United States in 1933. Kyran has ranked as high as #1192 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kyran has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kyran (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 9 | |
FL | 7 | |
GA | 6 | |
TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1933 | 6 |
1948 | 6 |
1957 | 5 |
1958 | 5 |
1959 | 5 |
1960 | 5 |
1961 | 6 |
1962 | 6 |
1966 | 5 |
1973 | 5 |
1976 | 6 |
1980 | 6 |
1982 | 6 |
1983 | 5 |
1984 | 6 |
1985 | 6 |
1986 | 8 |
1987 | 7 |
1988 | 6 |
1989 | 11 |
1990 | 12 |
1991 | 18 |
1992 | 24 |
1993 | 18 |
1994 | 23 |
1995 | 26 |
1996 | 43 |
1997 | 43 |
1998 | 48 |
1999 | 59 |
2000 | 60 |
2001 | 70 |
2002 | 58 |
2003 | 70 |
2004 | 70 |
2005 | 92 |
2006 | 91 |
2007 | 86 |
2008 | 108 |
2009 | 114 |
2010 | 152 |
2011 | 177 |
2012 | 189 |
2013 | 154 |
2014 | 122 |
2015 | 108 |
2016 | 129 |
2017 | 127 |
2018 | 99 |
2019 | 104 |
2020 | 91 |
2021 | 97 |
2022 | 90 |
2023 | 109 |
2024 | 79 |