ciarne

Ciarne is a term that can refer to several things, most notably as a given name and a surname. As a given name, Ciarne is typically of Irish origin. The name is believed to be a variant of Ciaran, which itself derives from the Old Irish word "ciar," meaning "dark" or "black." Therefore, Ciarne often carries the meaning of "little dark one" or "little dark-haired one." It is a relatively uncommon name, often found in Ireland and among people of Irish descent.

As a surname, Ciarne also has Irish roots, likely stemming from the same origin as the given name. Surnames often developed from patronymics or descriptive nicknames, and Ciarne as a surname could have originally indicated a descendant of someone named Ciaran or someone who was perceived as having dark features. While not as widespread as some other Irish surnames, it is present in genealogical records and family trees. The spelling can sometimes vary, with "Ciaran" also appearing as a surname. The distribution of the surname Ciarne is primarily concentrated in Ireland and countries with significant Irish diaspora populations.