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Tiran
Pronounced tih-RAHN /tɪˈrɑːn/Low
Meaning: Tiran is an Armenian masculine name borne by a fourth-century king of Armenia. It is generally connected to Tir, the Armenian god of writing, wisdom, and destiny, so the name is understood as 'of Tir' or 'given by Tir.' It also appears as a place-name in the region.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Tiran is an Armenian given name carried by a king of Armenia in the fourth century. It is tied to Tir, the pre-Christian Armenian deity of writing, wisdom, and fate, so it reads as 'of Tir.' It reached American records chiefly through Armenian families, and stayed rare.
Tiran was never common in the United States, given to only about sixteen boys a year at its peak around 1978. A boy named Tiran then is in his forties today.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Tiran mean?
It is an Armenian name, borne by a fourth-century king and linked to Tir, the god of wisdom and writing.
How do you pronounce Tiran?
It is said tih-RAHN /tɪˈrɑːn/ - two syllables.
Is Tiran a boy or girl name?
Tiran is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Tiran?
It has always been rare in the United States, given to only about sixteen boys a year at its peak in the nineteen-seventies.