Tiernan
Tiernan is an boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Little lord”.
| Meaning | Little lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | TEER-nun |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | Ireland, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tiernan
Tiernan comes from the Irish Tighearnán, a diminutive of tighearna, 'lord', so it means 'little lord' or 'young chief'. It was the name of several Irish kings and nobles, notably Tighearnán Ua Ruairc, the twelfth-century ruler of Breifne whose quarrels helped bring the Normans to Ireland. The surname McKiernan comes from the same root. Its sound is close to Kieran, another Irish name.
Is Tiernan a religious name?
Tiernan is a traditional Irish name, used by mostly Catholic Irish families, but it has no specific religious meaning.
How popular is Tiernan?
Moderately used in Ireland and Britain; uncommon in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tiernan mean?
Tiernan means 'Little lord'. It is of Irish origin.
Does Tiernan have a religious meaning?
Tiernan is a traditional Irish name, used by mostly Catholic Irish families, but it has no specific religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Tiernan?
Tiernan is pronounced TEER-nun.
Is Tiernan a boy or girl name?
Tiernan is usually a boy name.