Donovan vs Kian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Donovan

Boy #505 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

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Donovan Rank #505

Kian Rank #417

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #505 for Donovan.

Is Donovan or Kian more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Donovan at #505 in the United States.

What do Donovan and Kian mean?

Donovan means "dark warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Donovan and Kian boy or girl names?

Donovan is primarily a boy name. Kian is primarily a boy name.