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Ciaran

gentle rain

Female Irish / Irish Celtic / Irish Bardic Tradition 2 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Ciaran
Origin
Irish / Irish Celtic / Irish Bardic Tradition
Gender
Female
Meaning
gentle rain
Detailed Meaning
Ciaran carries the soft, grey-green feeling of an Irish morning when light rain falls on fields and hedgerows, everything smelling of earth and green growth. It has a tender, introspective quality that feels quietly alive.

This name comes from ancient Irish tales of warriors who fought under the cover of night. It symbolizes strategic cunning and the ability to move unseen, traits highly valued in Celtic warfare.
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Syllable Breakdown

1. cia (prefix) 2. ran (suffix)
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Ciaran Name Meaning and Style

Ciaran is a female name of Irish / Irish Celtic / Irish Bardic Tradition origin, meaning gentle rain.

It appears in the Celtic, Classic, Heritage name collections and has 2 syllables. Browse the related Irish / Irish Celtic / Irish Bardic Tradition names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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