Kylian Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In 2021, 1 out of 5907 new-born boys were named Kylian.

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A Deep Dive

Kylian Overview

Meaning

Little church, war strife, bright-headed

Gender

Boy

Origin

Irish

Etymology

Derived from the Irish name Cillian, meaning “warrior” or “church.”

Pronunciation

/ˈkɪl.i.ən/

Popularity

Kylian is popular in France and Belgium, gaining recognition due to the footballer Kylian Mbappé. In the USA, Kylian was ranked at the 345th position for boy names in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

9 (Humanitarian, Selfless, Creative)

Name Styles

Exotic, Uncommon, Unique

Associated Traits

Athletic, charismatic, strong-willed, intelligent

Name Day

July 8th
A Deep Dive

Kylian Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Killian, Cillian, Kylin, Cilian, Kilian, Kylan, Kylen, Kyllian, Killion, Ciljan

Common Nicknames

Kye, Ky, Kyl, Ian, Kilo, Kiki, Lian, Kyan, Kiel, Kio

Diminutives

Kiki, Kyl, Kilo, Kyo, Lio

Famous People

  • Kylian Mbappé
    (French Footballer)
  • Kylian Hazard
    (Belgian Footballer)
  • Kylian Mash
    (French DJ)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Kylian Mbappé
    ("FIFA 21," Video Game)
  • Kylian Mash
    ("Discobitch," Song)

What Is the Meaning of Kylian?

Kylian carries the meanings “little church,” “war strife,” and “bright-headed.” Individuals named Kylian are often seen as both gentle and resilient.

What Is the Origin of The Name Kylian?

Kylian has roots in Irish origins, evolving from the name Cillian.

Kylian Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Kylian in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#7822021#5242022#3452023
Top 3 Rankings#3452023#5242022#7822021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Kylian

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023345
(+179 from 2022)
948
(+382 from 2022)
0.05177
2022524
(+258 from 2021)
566
(+251 from 2021)
0.03022
2021782
(+217 from 2020)
315
(+103 from 2020)
0.01681
2020999
(-56 from 2019)
212
(-15 from 2019)
0.01146
2019943
(+176 from 2018)
227
(+54 from 2018)
0.01181
20181119
(+1225 from 2017)
173
(+118 from 2017)
0.00890
20172344
(+1534 from 2016)
55
(+28 from 2016)
0.00278
20163878
(+2790 from 2015)
27
(+15 from 2015)
0.00133
20156668
(+2110 from 2014)
12
(+4 from 2014)
0.00059
20148778
(+875 from 2013)
8
(+1 from 2013)
0.00039
20139653
(+2618 from 2012)
7
(+2 from 2012)
0.00035
201212271
(-2676 from 2011)
5
(-2 from 2011)
0.00025
20119595
(+2895 from 2009)
7
(+2 from 2009)
0.00034
20100
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0
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0.0000
200912490
(-4167 from 2008)
5
(-4 from 2008)
0.00024
20088323
(-1704 from 2007)
9
(-3 from 2007)
0.00041
20076619
(-159 from 2006)
12
No change from 2006
0.00054
20066460
(+3690 from 2005)
12
(+6 from 2005)
0.00055
200510150
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6
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0.00028
20040
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0
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0.0000
20030
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20020
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20010
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American States Popularity Rankings for Kylian

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#5302021#4982022#2992023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#6572021#4242022#3162023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#5802021#3752022#2452023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#6582021#4092022#2782023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#7222021#3272022#2012023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#7202021#4452022#3002023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#7612021#2512022#1872023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#4442021#3212022#3182023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#8692021#6692022#3632023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#12292021#7042022#4092023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#7052021#4252022#2242023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#9332019#6912022#3482023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#10742020#10992022#4362023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#7792021#4622022#4452023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#6822020#5322022#4142023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#8652021#7872022#4352023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#8862020#3762022#4702023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#6452021#5432022#4512023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#10682021#6232022#5152023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4762019#3452022#2322023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#7692021#6192022#4702023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#6342022#5532023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#7052020#6362022#4482023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6292022#4192023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5822021#5602022#4152023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#8552022#4142023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#12202022#6192023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5972020#3662023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#5412022#3072023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#5032023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#6462023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4122022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3792023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#7662021

Popularity Rankings for Kylian in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#2602021#1822022#552023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#732019#1022020#1392021

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1482012#1842018#1862019

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1652019#1932020#1492021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#2132020#1862021#1632022

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2072020#2542021#3012022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#3892022#2382023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4012021#3412023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7412020#6572022#3432023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3652018#3742021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#12712021#9382022#4552023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#5982019

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#8352018#7622019#7292021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Kylian a Name for Boys or Girls?

Kylian is primarily a name for boys, especially in European countries like France and Ireland.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Kylian

Kylian in Famous People Names and Pop Culture

  • Kylian Mbappé (Footballer, 1998): A French footballer renowned for his speed and goal-scoring abilities, playing for Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Kylian Hazard (Footballer, 1995): A Belgian footballer and member of the well-known Hazard football family.
  • Kylian Mash (DJ and Music Producer, 1983): A French DJ and music producer famous for his electronic dance music.
  • Kylian Mbappé ("FIFA 21," 2020 Video Game): Features the Paris Saint-Germain star on the cover.
  • Kylian Mash ("Discobitch," 2008 Song): Co-created this popular French dance hit.
  • None

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