Kian

Boy

Irish origin · #401 in the US (2025)

#401
Rank in 2025
▲ 16
Change vs 2024
#401(2025)
Peak popularity
Rising
Trend

Meaning of Kian

Ancient or enduring.

Kian has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kian

Kian is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #401 in 2025 from #943 in 2000.

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Notable people named Kian

  • Kian Egan
    Irish singer (Westlife)
  • Kian Lawley
    American YouTuber and actor
  • Kian Hansen
    Danish professional footballer
  • Kian Brownlee
    British murder victim
  • Kian Kazemi
    Canadian actor

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Questions about the name Kian

What does the name Kian mean?
Kian means ancient or enduring, and it comes from Irish origins.
Is Kian a boy's or a girl's name?
Kian is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.
How popular is the name Kian?
In 2025, Kian ranked #401 for boys, up from #417 the year before.
When was Kian most popular?
Kian peaked at #401 in 2025.

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