Irish boy name
Cúán Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Cúán means little hound. From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending
Cúán is an Irish name from cú, meaning hound, with a small ending. It is attested as the name of early Irish saints and poets. The fada on the úá is long, and the name is pronounced KOO-awn. Cúán is a short, gentle name that has gained attention in recent years as more families consider Irish names for boys. It is a variation on the same hound-based tradition as Conán and Cúchulainn. A pleasing option for those who like animal names with deep roots.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Cúán
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Cúán popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Cúán ranked #54 in Ireland (101 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cúán mean?
Cúán means "little hound". From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending.
How do you pronounce Cúán?
Cúán is pronounced KOO-awn.
What is the origin of Cúán?
Cúán is of Irish origin. From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending.