Dark-haired or little dark one
Kiryn is a modern phonetic variant of the Irish name Kieran or Ciaran. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'ciar', meaning black or dark, often used to describe hair or complexion. While traditionally masculine in its original form, this spelling is frequently used as a unisex option in the United States.
About 5 boys were named Kiryn in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).