Kiernan
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Surname.
- Origin
- Irish
Kiernan Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,727 baby boys have been named Kiernan. The name peaked in 2008 with 77 US births that year (rank #1888). In 2024, ranked #3119 nationally — 1,231 places below its 2008 peak.
Top States for Kiernan
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Kiernan births are: New York (169), California (82), Massachusetts (24).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Kiernan
If you like Kiernan's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
7-Letter Names Starting with K
Names with Kiernan's exact length and starting letter: Kachada, Kachina, Kadeen,, Kadeer,, Kadence.
Quick Facts About Kiernan
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Compare Kiernan to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Kiernan against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).