Keeran
Meaninglittle dark one · Irish form of Kieran
Keeran is an English and Irish boy name meaning “little dark one”. It's a form of Kieran, so it shares that name's history while sounding a little different. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- GenerationKeeran peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Keeran you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Keeran would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 344,828 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryKeeran first shows up in US birth records in 2003, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2003–2025
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About the name Keeran
Keeran is a boy name of English and Irish origin meaning “little dark one”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:English namesIrish names
Other spellings of Keeran
More English boy names
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Henry · ruler of the home
- Unisex name: James · supplanter
- Boy name: William · resolute protector
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Boy name: Jack · God is gracious
- Unisex name: Hudson · son of Hudde
- Unisex name: Julian · of the Julius family
Questions about the name Keeran
What does the name Keeran mean?
Keeran means “little dark one” and comes from Irish, as a form of Kieran. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Blakely (“dark meadow”), Delaney (“dark challenger”), Sullivan (“dark-eyed”) and Blake (“dark or pale”).
What is the origin of the name Keeran?
Keeran is English and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Keeran turns up in more than one tradition. Other English names to consider are Oliver (“olive tree”), Henry (“ruler of the home”), James (“supplanter”) and William (“resolute protector”).
Is Keeran a boy or girl name?
Keeran is a boy name. In 2025, 5 US boys were named Keeran.
How popular is the name Keeran?
Keeran ranked #12,008 for US boys in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 2004, when it reached #8,927.
What names are similar to Keeran?
If you like Keeran, you might also like Keran, Blakely, Delaney, Sullivan and Blake. Keran is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Keeran?
Keeran is an English and Irish boy name meaning “little dark one”. It's a form of Kieran, so it shares that name's history while sounding a little different. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.