Ciaran Zepeda

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ciaran Zepeda — little dark one
200K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1995s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ciaran Zepeda 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 Zepeda: Andrea-Mae Zepeda (born 1995), Austrian cricketer David Zepeda of Nogales (born 1973), Sonora, represented Mexico in the Manhunt International 2000 pageant, Singapore, in 2000 Gwendolyn Zepeda (born 1971), American author Jose Zepeda (born 1989), American boxer Lorenzo Zepeda, President of El Salvador 1–7 February 1858 Luis Alberto Zepeda Félix (born 1965), Paralympian athlete from Mexico competing mainly in category F53/F54 javelin events Miguel Zepeda (born 1976), Mexican football player Ofelia Zepeda (born 1952), Tohono O'odham poet and intellectual Omar Zepeda (born 1977), Mexican race wal. 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: Zepeda

Spanish

Andrea-Mae Zepeda (born 1995), Austrian cricketer David Zepeda of Nogales (born 1973), Sonora, represented Mexico in the Manhunt International 2000 pageant, Singapore, in 2000 Gwendolyn Zepeda (born 1971), American author Jose Zepeda (born 1989), American boxer Lorenzo Zepeda, President of El Salvador 1–7 February 1858 Luis Alberto Zepeda Félix (born 1965), Paralympian athlete from Mexico competing mainly in category F53/F54 javelin events Miguel Zepeda (born 1976), Mexican football player Ofelia Zepeda (born 1952), Tohono O'odham poet and intellectual Omar Zepeda (born 1977), Mexican race wal.

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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 Zepeda

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 Zepeda:

4
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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.
When was Ciaran most popular?
The name Ciaran reached its peak popularity during the 1995s.
What is the origin of the surname Zepeda?
The surname Zepeda originates from Spanish. Andrea-Mae Zepeda (born 1995), Austrian cricketer David Zepeda of Nogales (born 1973), Sonora, represented Mexico in the Manhunt International 2000 pageant, Singapore, in 2000 Gwendolyn Zepeda (born 1971), American author Jose Zepeda (born 1989), American boxer Lorenzo Zepeda, President of El Salvador 1–7 February 1858 Luis Alberto Zepeda Félix (born 1965), Paralympian athlete from Mexico competing mainly in category F53/F54 javelin events Miguel Zepeda (born 1976), Mexican football player Ofelia Zepeda (born 1952), Tohono O'odham poet and intellectual Omar Zepeda (born 1977), Mexican race wal.
What are the origins of the name Ciaran Zepeda?
The name Ciaran Zepeda combines two different traditions: the first name Ciaran has Celtic roots, while the surname Zepeda originates from Spanish.
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