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Kieran vs Sutton

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

Kieran Rank #441
Sutton Rank #442

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kieran or Sutton more popular?

Kieran is more popular, ranked #441 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Kieran and Sutton mean?

Kieran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án) origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Kieran and Sutton boy or girl names?

Kieran is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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