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Tierney

Heart
Irish
"descendent of a lord"

Tierney Origin and Meaning

The name Tierney is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "descendent of a lord".

An uncommon Irish-accented surname that seems particularly well suited to a girl. Tierney Sutton is a well-known jazz singer. Tierney, in its original Tiarnach form, was the name of several saints. It can also join the ranks of Old Hollywood names, via the haunting actress Gene Tierney. ER actress Maura Tierney is a current surname bearer.

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Famous People Named Tierney

  • Tierney GearonAmerican photographer
  • Tierney SuttonAmerican jazz singer
  • Tierney ThysAmerican biologist and explorer
  • Gene TierneyAmerican actress
  • Maura TierneyAmerican actress