Ciaran Hartley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Hartley — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Hartley is a name that combines Celtic origins. 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 Hartley: Adele Hartley, Edinburgh film festival organiser Aidan Hartley (born 1965), British journalist A. J. Hartley (born 1964), British-born New York Times-bestselling author and Shakespearean dramaturg Al Hartley (1921–2003), American comic book writer Sir Andreas de Harcla, or Andrew Harclay, 1st Earl of Carlisle (c. 1270 – 1323) A. N. 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: Hartley

English

Adele Hartley, Edinburgh film festival organiser Aidan Hartley (born 1965), British journalist A. J. Hartley (born 1964), British-born New York Times-bestselling author and Shakespearean dramaturg Al Hartley (1921–2003), American comic book writer Sir Andreas de Harcla, or Andrew Harclay, 1st Earl of Carlisle (c. 1270 – 1323) A. N.

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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

Notable People Named Ciaran Hartley

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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.
When was Ciaran most popular?
The name Ciaran reached its peak popularity during the 1995s.
What is the origin of the surname Hartley?
The surname Hartley originates from English. Adele Hartley, Edinburgh film festival organiser Aidan Hartley (born 1965), British journalist A. J. Hartley (born 1964), British-born New York Times-bestselling author and Shakespearean dramaturg Al Hartley (1921–2003), American comic book writer Sir Andreas de Harcla, or Andrew Harclay, 1st Earl of Carlisle (c. 1270 – 1323) A. N.
What are the origins of the name Ciaran Hartley?
The name Ciaran Hartley combines two different traditions: the first name Ciaran has Celtic roots, while the surname Hartley originates from English.
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