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Rylan vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Rylan Rank #372
Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #372 for Rylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rylan or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Rylan at #372 in the United States.

What do Rylan and Killian mean?

Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rylan and Killian boy or girl names?

Rylan is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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