Keir

Closely related to the Irish Ciarán, Keir is an Irish masculine name that means "dark" or “black.” Born from the Irish ciar, Keir cuts a brooding figure who finds comfort in the deeper recesses of their mind. Keir is also a Scottish last name with an additional two roots. Its Old Norse lineage lends the possible meanings “thicket” and “marsh,” while its more Celtic-leaning origins suggest the definition “ancient fortification.” Mysterious and haunting, Keir may soon find pride of place adorned on a profound work of art or gothic prose to rival Bram Stoker.