Cian vs Denis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cian

Boy #1,535 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ancient, enduring, long-lived"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Irish diaspora

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,535
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Denis

Boy #1,643 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus, god of wine"

Origin: Greek Dionysios

Cultural Roots

French Russian Eastern European Spanish-speaking Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,643
Total SSA Count
103
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cian Rank #1,535
Denis Rank #1,643

Cian is more popular, ranked #1535 vs #1643 for Denis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cian or Denis more popular?

Cian is more popular, ranked #1535 compared to Denis at #1643 in the United States.

What do Cian and Denis mean?

Cian means "ancient, enduring, long-lived" (Old Irish origin). Denis means "follower of Dionysus, god of wine" (Greek Dionysios origin).

Are Cian and Denis boy or girl names?

Cian is primarily a boy name. Denis is primarily a boy name.

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