Kian

Kian is a Irish boy's name. An Irish name meaning "ancient" or "enduring". Its distinctive sound has a strong yet gentle quality.

How popular is Kian in the United States?

In 2024, 765 boys in the United States were named Kian, making it the 416th most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 496th a decade earlier.

2024 is its busiest year on record.

Records for Kian go back to 1970, and 12,758 babies have been given the name since.

What Kian means and where it comes from

An Irish name meaning "ancient" or "enduring". Its distinctive sound has a strong yet gentle quality.

Kian is of Irish origin, described as celtic and classic in style.

Is Kian a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 765 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Kian

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kian mean?

An Irish name meaning "ancient" or "enduring". Its distinctive sound has a strong yet gentle quality.

Where does the name Kian come from?

Kian is of Irish origin, and is usually described as celtic and classic in style.

How popular is Kian in the United States?

In 2024, 765 boys in the United States were named Kian, making it the 416th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Kian a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 765 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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