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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little dark one
- Origin
- Irish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KEER-an
Ciaran is a boy's name from Ireland, meaning "little dark one." It's pronounced KEER-an (IPA /ˈkɪərən/). In the U.S., it fits the worldly and bold style categories.
Meaning & Origin of Ciaran
Meaning: Little dark one.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ciaran
KEER-anIPA /ˈkɪərən/
Popularity of Ciaran
Across Social Security data going back to 1959, Ciaran's highest rank ever recorded is #1776, reached in 2024 with 92 babies given the name that year — its most recent year on record is also its peak.
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FAQ
What does the name Ciaran mean?
Little dark one. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ciaran?
Ciaran is pronounced KEER-an (IPA: /ˈkɪərən/).
Is Ciaran a popular name right now?
Ciaran is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1776 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1959–2024.)
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