Killian
k(il)-lian
US Popularity:713
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Celtic
Meaning:bright-headed; little warrior; church
Killian is a masculine name of Irish origin that is rich with meaning. A variant spelling of Cillian, this name comes from the Celtic word ceallach, and translates to “bright-headed” and “little warrior.” This makes Killian a wonderful choice to help baby embrace their strong spirit and beautiful mind. Killian also comes from the Irish word cill, which means “church,” giving you and baby a unique way to celebrate your faith together.
Killian Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Killian is currently #354 on The Bump
Boy:Killian is currently #94 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Killian is currently #713 in U.S. births
Boy:Killian is currently #244 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#713
in 2023
- 5
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
House of Names, Killian History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Killian January 2022
Name Doctor, Killian
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