Little dark one or black-haired
Kierin is a modern variant of the Irish name Kieran, which is derived from the Gaelic word 'ciar' meaning dark or black. It traditionally refers to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. While historically masculine, this spelling is occasionally used for all genders in the United States.
Less common today
Kierin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,338 in 2014.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Lead singer of the group Deee-Lite, known as Lady Miss Kier
