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At a Glance: Name: Tiernan – Meaning: little lord – Origin: Irish – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: TEER-nan
Tiernan is an Irish name meaning "little lord," pronounced TEER-nan. It has a classic, enduring quality paired with an international feel that travels well beyond Ireland, and it fits comfortably among the names parents are choosing today.
Meaning & Origin of Tiernan
Meaning: Little lord.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tiernan
Phonetic: TEER-nan IPA: /ˈtɪərnən/
Popularity of Tiernan
Tiernan reached its highest popularity in 2007, ranking #1738 with 86 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had settled to #4166, with 26 babies named Tiernan.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1985–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Tiernan mean?
Little lord. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tiernan)
How do you pronounce Tiernan?
Tiernan is pronounced TEER-nan (IPA: /ˈtɪərnən/).
Is Tiernan a popular name right now?
Tiernan peaked at #1738 in 2007 and is ranked #4166 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1985–2024.)
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