Kyran Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kyran is an Irish name meaning 'little dark one' or 'dark-haired'. It evolved from the Gaelic Ciarán and has historical significance due to its association with a saint. The name carries traits of uniqueness and cultural depth, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kyran is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kyran has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kyran' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4826th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3776th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1514th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1564th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11695th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kyran' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kyran"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪrən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kyran is derived from the Gaelic name Ciarán, which means 'little dark one' or 'dark-haired'. It has roots in the word 'ciar', meaning 'dark'.
Meaning
little dark one, dark-haired
Language Evolution
Ciarán (Old Irish), Ciar (Middle Irish), Kyran (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Kyran gained popularity in Ireland during the early medieval period, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Ciarán, one of the twelve apostles of Ireland.
Variants & Derivatives
Ciarán, Kieran, Kyrin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kyran is viewed as a unique and modern name, often appreciated for its cultural heritage and distinctive sound.
Famous People
Kyran Bracken, a British rugby player, Kyran Williams, a notable Irish musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kyran"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kyran"
"Kyran" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4826th of 7552 | 38 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3776th of 16616 | 219 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1514th of 24088 | 1,487 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1564th of 23106 | 1,309 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11695th of 35406 | 123 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Kyran" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.11% 1334th/4582 |
47.56% 2456th/5164 |
21.48% 1571st/7313 |
32.60% 2433rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.78% 1505th/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
19.91% 1358th/6822 |
34.42% 2160th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kyran" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kyran"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kyran" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.