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Kian is a masculine name used in Persian. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘king, foundation, symbol of pride’ in Persian." It ranked #401 for boys in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘king, foundation, symbol of pride’ in Persian. The entry lists its usage as Persian.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Kian ranked #401 for boys in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #401 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kian mean?
Kian means "king, foundation, symbol of pride", according to Behind the Name.
Is Kian a popular name?
Kian ranked #401 for boys in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Kian a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Kian appears in the boys' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Kian (1) — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
