boy name
Kieran
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#389 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Kieran in the US, 1880–2025
Kieran first appears in US records in 1918. It peaked in 2025, when 817 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 817.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kieran a boy or a girl name?
Kieran is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kieran?
In 2025, Kieran ranked #389 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kieran most popular?
Kieran was most popular in 2025, when about 817 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.