Kior
Meaning
"dark one"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic (via Keir)
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #2,243
- Total SSA Count
- 64
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"dark one"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic (via Keir)
"strong-willed warrior"
Origin: Irish
Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2243 for Kior.
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Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kior at #2243 in the United States.
Kior means "dark one" (Scottish Gaelic (via Keir) origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).
Kior is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.