Tiernan
Tiernan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little lord or master.
Origin and history
Tiernan is an anglicized form of the Old Irish name Tiarnán, derived from the word for lord or master. It has deep roots in Irish history and mythology, notably borne by a 12th-century king of Breifne. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but established choice among parents drawn to traditional Irish heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,481 babies in the United States have been named Tiernan since 1880. It ranks #3252 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1747.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.6 %)
- CA (26.8 %)
- PA (13.9 %)
- WA (4.4 %)
- CO (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 162 |
| 2000-2010 | 660 |
| 2010-2019 | 464 |
| 2020-2029 | 180 |
Famous people named Tiernan
- Tiernan O'Halloran: Rugby Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Gaelic word 'tigerna', which translates to lord or master, combined with a diminutive suffix.
- Tiernan O'Rourke was a well-known 12th-century King of Breifne in medieval Ireland.