Keiron
Keiron is an Irish boy name. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. 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?
- Word funKeiron doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- GenerationKeiron peaked in 1990, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Keiron you'd meet today is about 35 years old.
- HistoryKeiron first shows up in US birth records in 1970, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 55 years since.
US births per million boys, 1970–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Keiron
Keiron is a boy name of Irish origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Irish names
More Irish boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Unisex name: Gael · a Gael
- Boy name: Arthur · possibly bear
- Unisex name: Ryan · little king
- Boy name: Dominic · of the Lord
Questions about the name Keiron
What is the origin of the name Keiron?
Keiron is Irish in origin. Other Irish names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Logan (“little hollow”) and Nolan (“descendant of Nuallán”).
Is Keiron a boy or girl name?
Keiron is a boy name.
How popular is the name Keiron?
Keiron is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2021. It peaked at #3,467 in 1990, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Keiron?
Keiron is an Irish boy name. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. 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.