Ciaran Swinson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Swinson — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Swinson 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 Swinson: Aaron Swinson (born 1971), American basketball player Arthur Swinson (c. 1915–1970), British Army officer Bradyn Swinson (born 2003), American football player Corey J. Swinson (1969–2013, American football player David Swinson Maynard (1808–1873), American pioneer Jo Swinson (born 1980), Scottish politician Maggie Swinson, English accountant and Anglican lay leader Tim Swinson (born 1987), English rugby union footballer 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: Swinson

Scottish

Aaron Swinson (born 1971), American basketball player Arthur Swinson (c. 1915–1970), British Army officer Bradyn Swinson (born 2003), American football player Corey J. Swinson (1969–2013, American football player David Swinson Maynard (1808–1873), American pioneer Jo Swinson (born 1980), Scottish politician Maggie Swinson, English accountant and Anglican lay leader Tim Swinson (born 1987), English rugby union footballer

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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 Swinson

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 Swinson:

6
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Swinson?
The surname Swinson originates from Scottish. Aaron Swinson (born 1971), American basketball player Arthur Swinson (c. 1915–1970), British Army officer Bradyn Swinson (born 2003), American football player Corey J. Swinson (1969–2013, American football player David Swinson Maynard (1808–1873), American pioneer Jo Swinson (born 1980), Scottish politician Maggie Swinson, English accountant and Anglican lay leader Tim Swinson (born 1987), English rugby union footballer
What are the origins of the name Ciaran Swinson?
The name Ciaran Swinson combines two different traditions: the first name Ciaran has Celtic roots, while the surname Swinson originates from Scottish.
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