Ciaran Graham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Graham — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Graham is a name combining Celtic origins, bringing together "little dark one" (Ciaran) with "from Grantham" (Graham). The first name Ciaran is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Ciarán, meaning 'little dark one' (ciar=dark). Saint Ciarán of Clonmacnoise founded one of Ireland's greatest monasteries. The surname Graham from a place in Lincolnshire, England. The Grahams became prominent Scottish nobles; the Marquis of Montrose was the most famous. Ciaran is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 200K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Ciaran reached peak popularity in the 1995s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ciaran

Meaning: little dark one

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Ciarán, meaning 'little dark one' (ciar=dark). Saint Ciarán of Clonmacnoise founded one of Ireland's greatest monasteries.

Surname: Graham

Meaning: from Grantham

English

From a place in Lincolnshire, England. The Grahams became prominent Scottish nobles; the Marquis of Montrose was the most famous.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ciaran is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 54%
United Kingdom 38%
Australia 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ciaran by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Ciaran has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Kieran
  • Kiran
  • Ciarán

Variants of the surname Graham: Grahame Graeme

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ciaran Graham:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ciaran?
The first name Ciaran originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Ciarán, meaning 'little dark one' (ciar=dark). Saint Ciarán of Clonmacnoise founded one of Ireland's greatest monasteries.
How common is the name Ciaran Graham?
The first name Ciaran is shared by approximately 200K people worldwide. The surname Graham is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Ciaran most common?
The name Ciaran is most prevalent in Ireland and surrounding regions.
When was Ciaran most popular?
The name Ciaran reached its peak popularity during the 1995s.
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