Name:
Kiernan
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Gaelic, Irish
Meaning:
Kiernan is a variant of Kieran, itself a diminutive of Kier. Kier originates in Irish language and is derived from the name Ciar, which means "small dark one". As a masculine given name it has always been much more popular in the United Kingdom than the United States.
Pronunciation:
KEER-nən
The Five Elements:
Wood