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Edward vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Edward Rank #228
Killian Rank #370

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Killian more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Edward and Killian mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Edward and Killian boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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