Curren Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Curren is an Irish name derived from the surname O'Cuireain, meaning 'spear'. It has evolved from historical forms such as O'Cuireain and Cuirean. The name is associated with strength and adventure, and it gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Curren"
Pronunciation
/ˈkʌrən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Curren is derived from the Irish surname 'O'Cuireain', which means 'descendant of Cuirean'. The root 'Cuirean' is believed to mean 'spear'.
Meaning
spear
Language Evolution
O'Cuireain, Cuirean, Curren
Historical Usage
Curren gained popularity as a surname in Ireland and later transitioned into use as a first name, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Currin, Kieran, Ciaran
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Curren is seen as unique and modern, often associated with a strong and adventurous personality.
Famous People
Curren Caples, professional skateboarder, Curren$y, musician and rapper
📊 Curren Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Curren Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Curren"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Curren"
"Curren" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8295th of 16616 | 53 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4706th of 24088 | 285 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4285th of 23106 | 286 |
Regional Popularity of "Curren" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
25.53% 1905th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.11% 4510th/6822 |
26.27% 1649th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Curren" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Curren"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Curren" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Curren" in the United States
The name Curren is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Curren has been stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Curren' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8295th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4706th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4285th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Curren' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.