Ciaran Theriault

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Theriault — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Theriault 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 Theriault: Bernard Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician Camille Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician, former premier of New Brunswick Charles Theriault, Maine politician Denis Thériault (born 1959), Canadian writer Edward Joseph Thériault (1901–1968), Liberal party member of the Senate of Canada Élisée Thériault (1884–1958), lawyer and political figure in Quebec Éric Thériault (born 1967), Canadian cartoonist Gérard Charles Édouard Thériault (1932–1998), Canadian Chief of Defense Staff Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault, Canadian politician Harold Theriault (born 1953), Canadian politician Janine . 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: Theriault

English

Bernard Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician Camille Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician, former premier of New Brunswick Charles Theriault, Maine politician Denis Thériault (born 1959), Canadian writer Edward Joseph Thériault (1901–1968), Liberal party member of the Senate of Canada Élisée Thériault (1884–1958), lawyer and political figure in Quebec Éric Thériault (born 1967), Canadian cartoonist Gérard Charles Édouard Thériault (1932–1998), Canadian Chief of Defense Staff Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault, Canadian politician Harold Theriault (born 1953), Canadian politician Janine .

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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 Theriault

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 Theriault:

7
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Theriault?
The surname Theriault originates from English. Bernard Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician Camille Thériault (born 1955), Canadian politician, former premier of New Brunswick Charles Theriault, Maine politician Denis Thériault (born 1959), Canadian writer Edward Joseph Thériault (1901–1968), Liberal party member of the Senate of Canada Élisée Thériault (1884–1958), lawyer and political figure in Quebec Éric Thériault (born 1967), Canadian cartoonist Gérard Charles Édouard Thériault (1932–1998), Canadian Chief of Defense Staff Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault, Canadian politician Harold Theriault (born 1953), Canadian politician Janine .
What are the origins of the name Ciaran Theriault?
The name Ciaran Theriault combines two different traditions: the first name Ciaran has Celtic roots, while the surname Theriault originates from English.
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