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Kyran

Pronunciation
[Ky-ran]
Gender
Male
Meaning
"Variant Of Kieran, Dark Or Black"
Origin
Irish

Kyran Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 3,081 baby boys have been named Kyran. The name peaked in 2012 with 189 US births that year (rank #1031). In 2024, ranked #1972 nationally — 941 places below its 2012 peak.

Top States for Kyran

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Kyran births are: Texas (220), California (124), Louisiana (116).

Other Irish-Origin Names Like Kyran

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

5-Letter Names Starting with K

Names with Kyran's exact length and starting letter: Kaage, Kacee, Kacey, Kacia, Kacie.

Quick Facts About Kyran

1,167
Irish baby names in our dictionary
705
Irish male names
246
5-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
Kieron Dark Male Irish

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