Cilian
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cilian first appeared in US Social Security records in 2024.
Over 5 babies have been named Cilian in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cilian is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #34,621 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,621
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Welsh origin
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Turkic origin
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About the Name Cilian
Cilian is a boy name .
Cilian is currently ranked #34,621 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cilian include Cil, Ciy, Cilie, and Ciliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis