Cornish boy name
Piran Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Piran means uncertain; possibly a form of ciarán. The name of Saint Piran, patron saint of Cornish tin miners; its root is uncertain
Piran is the name of the patron saint of Cornish tin miners, and his flag, a white cross on a black background, has become the flag of Cornwall. The legend says he discovered tin when a fire burnt on a black stone and white metal flowed out. The saint is also remembered in place names such as Perranporth and Perranzabuloe. The name is spelled Perran in some places. Piran has a soft sound and a strong link to Cornish identity.
Variants of Piran
PyranPerran
Piran popularity: Ireland vs the US
Piran does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
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 Piran mean?
Piran means "uncertain; possibly a form of ciarán". The name of Saint Piran, patron saint of Cornish tin miners; its root is uncertain.
How do you pronounce Piran?
Piran is pronounced PIR-an.
What is the origin of Piran?
Piran is of Cornish origin. The name of Saint Piran, patron saint of Cornish tin miners; its root is uncertain.