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Keiran

Pronunciation
[Kei-ran]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Dusky: Dark-Haired.
Origin
Irish

Keiran Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,027 baby boys have been named Keiran. The name peaked in 2011 with 63 US births that year (rank #2120). In 2024, ranked #5145 nationally — 3,025 places below its 2011 peak.

Top States for Keiran

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Keiran births are: California (53), New York (18), Texas (17).

Other Irish-Origin Names Like Keiran

If you like Keiran's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →

6-Letter Names Starting with K

Names with Keiran's exact length and starting letter: Kaaria, Kaarle, Kaarlo, Kabaka, Kadian.

Quick Facts About Keiran

1,167
Irish baby names in our dictionary
705
Irish male names
321
6-letter K-names in our dictionary
476
K-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

Variant Forms

NameMeaningGenderOrigin
Kira Dark Lady. Female English

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