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Kearns
Kearns (name) means an Irish surname. Example: “Kearns is a common surname in parts of Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.”
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1
An Irish surname.
"Kearns is a common surname in parts of Ireland and among the Irish diaspora."
2
A place name, including a city in Salt Lake County, Utah.
"Kearns, Utah grew rapidly as a suburb of Salt Lake City."
How to use Kearns
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn Irish surname, also used for a Utah city.
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Word forms
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- Kearnses
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Etymology
An anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Céirín, related to the word ciar, meaning "dark."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kearns” mean?
The word “Kearns” means an Irish surname. In plain terms, an Irish surname, also used for a Utah city.
How do you use “Kearns” in a sentence?
Here is “Kearns” used in a sentence: “Kearns is a common surname in parts of Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.”
What part of speech is “Kearns”?
“Kearns” is a name.
Where does the word “Kearns” come from?
The word “Kearns” comes from Irish. An anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Céirín, related to the word ciar, meaning "dark.".
How many meanings does “Kearns” have?
“Kearns” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an Irish surname.
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