Kilyan
Gender: Boy
Meaning: War strife, fierce
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Popularity: Ranked #7018 in 2025 with 12 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Killian. Shares the meaning 'War strife, fierce.'
Similar names: kilan, kilani, kilynn, kiyaan, kiyan, kiyana, kiyani, kiyanna
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Kilyan? About 1 in 277,375 babies born in 2025 were named Kilyan, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kilyan
What does the name Kilyan mean?
Kilyan means “War strife, fierce” from Irish Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Kilyan?
Kilyan has Irish Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “War strife, fierce”.
How popular is Kilyan?
Kilyan ranked #6803 in 2025 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Kilyan most popular?
Kilyan peaked in 2024 with 22 babies registered that year.
Is Kilyan a boy or girl name?
Kilyan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kilyans in registered births are male.
Is the name Kilyan rising or falling in popularity?
Kilyan has risen 2382 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9185 in 2020 to #6803 in 2025.
How long has Kilyan been recorded?
Kilyan appears in birth records across 9 years — from 2015 through 2025.