Johnny vs Kian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kian

Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Persian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#417
Total SSA Count
765
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Johnny Rank #458
Kian Rank #417

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #458 for Johnny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnny or Kian more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Johnny at #458 in the United States.

What do Johnny and Kian mean?

Johnny means "Yahweh is merciful" (Hebrew origin). Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Johnny and Kian boy or girl names?

Johnny is primarily a boy name. Kian is primarily a boy name.

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