Church or bright-headed
Kilian is an Anglicized version of the Irish name Cillian. It is most commonly associated with Saint Kilian, a 7th-century Irish missionary bishop who worked in Franconia. The name likely derives from the Gaelic word 'cill' meaning church, or 'ceallach' meaning strife or bright-headed.
About 177 boys were named Kilian in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Irish missionary bishop and martyr
World-class ultramarathon runner and ski mountaineer
Founder of the luxury perfume house Kilian
Olympic alpine ski racer
The same feel as Kilian — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
