Kian

Rank 456th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Kian was 456th most popular baby name for boys and 937th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 669 babies were named Kian in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 5,025 babies in the United States were named Kian. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.6% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Kian is around 11 to 12 years old.

The name "Kian" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Kian is Ki.

Kian Meaning & Origin

Kian is a traditional Irish name that means "ancient" or "enduring," evoking a sense of wisdom, strength, and longevity.

The name Kian is described as adventurous, artistic and charming.

Pronunciation

Kian is pronounced kee-an in English. The name Kian has 4 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Kian

  • The name Kian is used both in Persia (Iran) and Ireland but it has completely different meanings in these two cultures.

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Geography

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