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Ariel vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Killian

Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#370
Total SSA Count
884
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ariel Rank #512
Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #512 for Ariel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariel or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Ariel at #512 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Killian mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ariel and Killian boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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