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Edwin vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Edwin Rank #383
Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Killian mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Edwin and Killian boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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