Kilyan
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kilyan
Kilyan is an anglicized form of the Irish name Cillian, derived from the Irish word "ceall" meaning "church" or "cell," with the diminutive suffix "-án," thus meaning "little church" or "church-associated." The name is primarily used in Irish and Irish-diaspora cultures, with historical significance tied to Saint Killian (an Irish missionary who evangelized in Franconia during the 7th century) and has seen increased popularity in Ireland and among Celtic communities in modern times.
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Etymology
Kilyan is an anglicized form of the Irish name Cillian, derived from the Irish word "ceall" meaning "church" or "cell," with the diminutive suffix "-án," thus meaning "little church" or "church-associated." The name is primarily used in Irish and Irish-diaspora cultures, with historical significance tied to Saint Killian (an Irish missionary who evangelized in Franconia during the 7th century) and has seen increased popularity in Ireland and among Celtic communities in modern times.
Kilyan currently ranks #7,018 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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