Tiarnan
Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Tiarnan: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2024.
With Gaelic roots stretching back to the word *tighearna* meaning "lord" or "master," Tiarnán carries an air of quiet authority. The name is historically linked to Saint Tiarnán, an early Irish churchman venerated in the 6th century. In modern times, it has been borne by figures such as Tiarnán O'Kane, a hurler from Northern Ireland. While the name itself isn't tied to a specific place, the anglicised variant Tiernan is far more widespread, and the related surname Tierney shares the same noble root. For parents drawn to traditional Celtic names that feel distinctive yet grounded, Tiarnán offers a strong, melodic choice with a sense of heritage that echoes through both Irish and Scottish history.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20244 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #6194 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2024
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y