Kiran
UnisexKiran has been given to 5,041 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It peaked in 2008.
Meaning & origin
From Sanskrit किरण (kiraṇa, “ray of light”).
Origin: Sanskrit
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
5,041
Peak year
2008 (198 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1966
10-year trend
▲ +10%
Gender split
37% girls / 63% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kiran — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kiran.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kiran?
Kiran has been given to 5,041 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kiran peak?
Kiran peaked in 2008, when 198 babies were given the name.
Is Kiran a girl or boy name?
Kiran is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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