Cian
Gender: Boy
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Scottish Gaelic form of John — from the Hebrew Yochanan (יוֹחָנָן)
Popularity: Ranked #1310 in 2025 with 148 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Ian. Shares the meaning 'God is gracious.'
Similar names: ciana, ciani, cianna, cianni, caiani, ciano, cimani, can
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Cian? About 1 in 22,490 babies born in 2025 were named Cian, or roughly 0.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Cian
What does the name Cian mean?
Cian means “God is gracious” from Scottish Gaelic form of John — from the Hebrew Yochanan (יוֹחָנָן) roots.
What is the origin of the name Cian?
Cian has Scottish Gaelic form of John — from the Hebrew Yochanan (יוֹחָנָן) origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Cian?
Cian ranked #1310 in 2025 — given to 148 babies that year.
When was Cian most popular?
Cian peaked in 2007 with 181 babies registered that year.
Is Cian a boy or girl name?
Cian is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Cians in registered births are male.
Is the name Cian rising or falling in popularity?
Cian has risen 151 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1461 in 2020 to #1310 in 2025.
How long has Cian been recorded?
Cian appears in birth records across 45 years — from 1976 through 2025.