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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Descendant of the lord
- Origin
- Irish (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- TEER-nee
Tierney (TEER-nee) is an Irish surname turned first name that works for any child, with a clean, modern, worldly feel. It means "descendant of the lord." If you want a name that sounds polished without being common, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Tierney
Meaning: Descendant of the lord.
Origin: Irish (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tierney
TEER-neeIPA /ˈtɪərni/
Popularity of Tierney
Tierney peaked in 1993, when it ranked #1062 with 172 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #6589 with 18 babies, so you'd rarely meet another one.
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FAQ
What does the name Tierney mean?
Descendant of the lord. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tierney?
Tierney is pronounced TEER-nee (IPA: /ˈtɪərni/).
Is Tierney a popular name right now?
Tierney peaked at #1062 in 1993 and is ranked #6589 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1957–2024.)
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