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Orion vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Orion Rank #326
Killian Rank #370

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Killian more popular?

Orion is more popular, ranked #326 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Orion and Killian mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Orion and Killian boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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