Kian
Meaning
Old, Ancient
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/kiːən/
Traits associated with the name Kian:
Dogs named Kian tend to be loving, good-natured, affectionate, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kian?
Naming your dog Kian suggests that you have a strong appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name and the meaning behind it.
Is Kian a good dog name?
Kian has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Kian isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Kian is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kian was, in the past month, the 1691st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Kian is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kian was viewed 76 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kian's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kian is most adored in Colorado, Arizona and Oregon.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Pennsylvania, Florida and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kian.
Kian is found in these categories:
irish
Derived from ancient Gaelic, meaning "ancient" or "enduring" in Irish culture.
Dog names like Kian:
August 03, 2022
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