Kilian Boy

Popularity: #716 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationKILL-ee-an / /ˈkɪl.i.ən/

Irish; Latin

Meaning

Irish: 'war; strife'; Latin: 'little warrior'

Historical & Cultural Background

Kilian is derived from the Irish name Cillian, which has historical roots in Ireland. It is often associated with Saint Kilian, a 7th-century missionary who is the patron saint of Würzburg, Germany. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Ireland and among those of Irish descent. In contemporary usage, Kilian has seen a rise in popularity in several countries, including Germany and France.

Trend Summary

Kilian has experienced a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Cillian
  • Killian

International Variants

  • Kilian (German)
  • Cillian (Irish)
  • Kilian (French)

Famous people named Kilian

Kilian Jornet is a Spanish professional mountain runner and ski mountaineer known for his record-breaking ascents.

Kilian Mbappé is a French professional footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team.

Kilian O'Connor is an Irish hurler recognized for his achievements in the sport.

Kilian Martin is an American professional skateboarder known for his unique style and creativity.

Fictional characters named Kilian

Kilian is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', known for his role as a skilled warrior.

Kilian is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, where he plays a significant part in the story.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kilian was first seen in the United States in 1970. Kilian has ranked as high as #1164 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kilian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kilian (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 29
18%
CA 28
18%
NY 15
10%
FL 13
8%
IL 11
7%
VA 8
5%
WI 7
4%
NC 7
4%
PA 6
4%
GA 6
4%
MA 6
4%
WA 6
4%
MO 5
3%
TN 5
3%
MD 5
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19705
19726
19758
19766
19776
19786
19825
19846
198810
198912
199018
199116
199228
199320
199420
199525
199625
199720
199821
199925
200022
200132
200220
200321
200432
200526
200635
200736
200844
200947
201043
201140
201259
201341
201491
2015132
2016161
2017162
2018145
2019132
2020153
2021168
2022161
2023212
2024209