Ciaran Proulx

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Proulx — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Proulx 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 Proulx: Amédée Wilfrid Proulx, American Catholic Bishop Annie Proulx, American journalist and author Brooklynn Proulx, Canadian actress Christian Proulx, retired Canadian hockey player Danielle Proulx, Canadian actress Emmanuelle Proulx, lead vocalist of the Canadian indie band Men I Trust Lysianne Proulx, a Canadian soccer player Matthieu Proulx, Canadian football player Monique Proulx, Canadian novelist, short story writer and screenwriter Monique Proulx, Canadian racing driver John Proulx, jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Richard Proulx, composer and organist Sébastien Proulx, Canadian politicia. 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: Proulx

English

Amédée Wilfrid Proulx, American Catholic Bishop Annie Proulx, American journalist and author Brooklynn Proulx, Canadian actress Christian Proulx, retired Canadian hockey player Danielle Proulx, Canadian actress Emmanuelle Proulx, lead vocalist of the Canadian indie band Men I Trust Lysianne Proulx, a Canadian soccer player Matthieu Proulx, Canadian football player Monique Proulx, Canadian novelist, short story writer and screenwriter Monique Proulx, Canadian racing driver John Proulx, jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Richard Proulx, composer and organist Sébastien Proulx, Canadian politicia.

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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 Proulx

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 Proulx:

8
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Proulx?
The surname Proulx originates from English. Amédée Wilfrid Proulx, American Catholic Bishop Annie Proulx, American journalist and author Brooklynn Proulx, Canadian actress Christian Proulx, retired Canadian hockey player Danielle Proulx, Canadian actress Emmanuelle Proulx, lead vocalist of the Canadian indie band Men I Trust Lysianne Proulx, a Canadian soccer player Matthieu Proulx, Canadian football player Monique Proulx, Canadian novelist, short story writer and screenwriter Monique Proulx, Canadian racing driver John Proulx, jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Richard Proulx, composer and organist Sébastien Proulx, Canadian politicia.
What are the origins of the name Ciaran Proulx?
The name Ciaran Proulx combines two different traditions: the first name Ciaran has Celtic roots, while the surname Proulx originates from English.
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