NAME PROFILE
Kiernan
Western meadow. This name suggests a person with a pioneering spirit who remains deeply connected to nature and the tranquility of the open air.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,448 |
| Gender | Male (16% / 84%) |
| Peak year | 2010 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1969 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 49%CA — 24%MA — 10%FL — 8%PA — 8%
Notable People
Steve Westly (Venture capitalist and public official) · Wes Montgomery (Influential jazz guitarist) · Wes Craven (Master of horror cinema) · Wes Studi (Award-winning actor) · Wes Welker (Record-breaking NFL wide receiver)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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