cierran

Cierran is a masculine given name of Irish origin. It is a variant spelling of the traditional Gaelic name Ciarán, though Cierran is far less common in official records.

The name Ciarán derives from the Gaelic ciar meaning "dark" or "black," with the diminutive suffix -án, yielding a sense such as "little dark one" or "dark-haired one."

Variants and related names include Ciarán, Ciaran, Cieran, Kieran, Kiernan, and other anglicized forms. Cierran represents a modern respelling that aligns with contemporary naming preferences for distinctive spellings.

Usage and distribution: Historically associated with Ireland and the Irish diaspora, Cierran remains relatively rare. In English-speaking countries it appears in birth records and informal usage, often chosen for its original sound or personal significance.

Cultural usage: Like many Gaelic names, Cierran has appeared in literary works or media as a character name, though it is not tied to a specific widely known figure.

See also: Ciarán, Ciaran, Kieran, Kiernan.