Kieron

Q: What is the origin of Kieron?

Kieron is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kieron a boy name?

Kieron is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dark; Little Dark One"

Kieron is an English variant of Irish Ciarán, from a Gaelic root for dark, associated with early Irish saints.

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Popularity History of Kieron

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10410Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Kieron did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kieron mean?

Kieron means "Dark; Little Dark One". Kieron is an English variant of Irish Ciarán, from a Gaelic root for dark, associated with early Irish saints.

What is the origin of Kieron?

Kieron is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kieron?

According to the latest SSA data, Kieron is currently ranked #10410 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kieron a boy name?

Kieron is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kieron?

Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.

What names are similar to Kieron?

There are many names similar to Kieron in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, English

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#10410

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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