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Kian vs Cassian

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kian Rank #417
Cassian Rank #617

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #617 for Cassian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kian or Cassian more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Cassian at #617 in the United States.

What do Kian and Cassian mean?

Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin). Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin).

Are Kian and Cassian boy or girl names?

Kian is primarily a boy name. Cassian is primarily a boy name.

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