Curran
Curran is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Hero, spear, or descendant of the point.
Origin and history
Curran is an Irish masculine name derived from a Gaelic surname meaning descendant of Corrán. Historically a traditional Irish surname, it has seen steady, moderate use as a given name in the United States. It offers a classic, rustic feel with deep Celtic roots.
Popularity in the United States
1,158 babies in the United States have been named Curran since 1880. It ranks #3536 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1872.
States where it is most popular
- CA (81.6 %)
- TX (8.8 %)
- OR (5.6 %)
- PA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 75 |
| 1980-1990 | 168 |
| 1990-2000 | 358 |
| 2000-2010 | 289 |
| 2010-2019 | 189 |
| 2020-2029 | 55 |
Famous people named Curran
- Curran Walters: Actor
Fun facts
- Curran comes from the Gaelic word 'corr', which can translate to a spear or a prominent point.
- It follows the popular English-language trend of using Irish family surnames as given names.