Killian name meaning
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What does Killian mean?
Trendy Killian's origin is Old Irish and Celtic is used as a unisex name which is mostly used in French, German, English and Irish, meaning of Killian is "War, Strife, Gaillard or Quarrelsome".
Killian is a variation of prevailing Kilian. Kilian is version of KillianCillian. Kilian is English and German form of Cillian. Also Kilian is Latin form of Kjell. Meaning of Kilian is Fight and Quarrelsome has its origin in Old Irish and Celtic.
Killian is version of admired Cillian. Cillian's meaning is Battle, Church with the Related and War is of Old Irish and Celtic origin. It is celebrated on from celtic "kellien" means: "gaillard, quarrelsome" fete on July 8.
How do I pronounce Killian?
k(il)-lian is the most common way to pronounce two syllabled Killian.
Variants of Killian
Ceallach, Cilian, Kilian, Cillian, Kjell, Kiljan, Catullus, Kjetil, Kætill
Names that rhyme with KillianHow popular is the name Killian?
Killian was a popular name in United States. Over 10317 babies have been named Killian since 1915. At the peak of its usage in 2017, the moniker grabbed the 248th spot and 1491 baby boys were given the name.
However after 71 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts but still performing better than most of the names. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 500 baby names 4 times Also, Killian was a popular name in France.
Over 21815 babies have been named Killian since 1978. At its zenith in 2002, 1933 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 43rd position. However after 41 years, the name is on free fall on the charts.
Moreover, the given name has been to the top 50 baby names 2 times
Killian used to be a common name in Ireland, first appeared in 1964 and over 3521 babies have been given the name in 56 years.
At the peak of its usage in 2001,. After 56 years, the name has past its prime. Killian is a familiar baby name in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 600 names.
Recently in 2018, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 511 on boy names chart when 76 babies were named Killian. Over 420 people have been named Killian in England and Wales.
Also, in Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and was able to reach the top 200 names. In 2002, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 146 on boy names chart when 87 babies were given the name Killian.
There are over 943 babies that have been given the name Killian in Belgium.
Killian is a common name in Zimbabwe and Zambia while somewhat familiar name in Cameroon, Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, Northern Ireland, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, England, Spain and South Africa.
According to our evaluation, over 30000 babies have been named Killian globally.
| Year | Boys | Girls | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Births | Rank | Births | |
| 2023 | 366 | 883 | 8446 | 12 |
| 2022 | 364 | 899 | 6184 | 19 |
| 2021 | 347 | 931 | 6129 | 19 |
| 2020 | 352 | 897 | 7940 | 13 |
| 2019 | 311 | 1088 | 6997 | 16 |
| 2018 | 287 | 1226 | 5780 | 21 |
| 2017 | 248 | 1502 | 5651 | 22 |
| 2016 | 264 | 1381 | 6391 | 19 |
| 2015 | 348 | 976 | 5282 | 25 |
| 2014 | 512 | 544 | 7295 | 16 |
Facts
Killian in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 182 | 61 | 5 | 5 |
 | 0 | 24 | 5 | 0 |
What numerology tells about Killian?
You are loved by many but when it comes to your personal life, you don't allow anyone to peek. You are a person of many talents. You are all about fun, adventure, excitement, change, and adventure. You believe that what you give is what you will receive. You love your family but never show it. People don't concern you much, meaning there are only a few people you trust in your life. The letter K as your cornerstone reveals you are an introvert who enjoys solitude.
Other names liked by soon-to-be-parents that are similar to Killian
- Karni - Karnis origin is Celtic is a unisex name, meaning of Karni is "A Good Listener, Unique or With Ears" is used in Tamil and Sanskrit
- Neela - Outlandish Neela prevalently is used in Kannada and Norwegian is rooted from Celtic, African-Mende and Sanskrit given to both sexes, meaning of Neela is "Blue, Blue Colour or Blue Color"
- Artura - The unfamiliar girl name Artura means "Noble" is of Celtic origin
- Albertas is form of Albert in Lithuanian language
- Kiara - Used particulary in Telugu, Marathi and Kannada illustrous, Kiara is of Old Irish and Celtic origin, Kiara means "Little Black One or Bright" is aimed at both sexes
Famous people named Killian
- Killian Mullarney, Irish ornithologist
- Killian K. Van Rensselaer, American lawyer and Federalist politician
- Killian Brennan, Irish professional footballer currently without a club
- Killian Miller, U.S. Representative from New York
- Killian Overmeire, Belgian football player
Lists having Killian
- Boys names beginning with K
- Girls names beginning with K
- American Baby Names
- Celtic Baby Names
- English Baby Names
- Irish Baby Names
- French Baby Names
- German Baby Names
- Popular English Boy Names
- Boy names that ends with -ian
- Popular Boy Names in Ireland (2015)
- Popular Boy Names in France (2008)
- Baby Names that mean War
- Baby Names that mean Strife
Sources
- Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
- Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
- Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
- Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
- Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
- Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html