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Cassius vs Kieran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kieran

Boy #441 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#441
Total SSA Count
713
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cassius Rank #568
Kieran Rank #441

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 vs #568 for Cassius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Kieran more popular?

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Kieran mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Kieran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án) origin).

Are Cassius and Kieran boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Kieran is primarily a boy name.

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