Kilian
Kilian is a Christian boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Church, or little strife”.
| Meaning | Church, or little strife |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | KIL-ee-un |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Germany, France, Ireland, Austria |
Meaning and origin of Kilian
Kilian is the continental spelling of the Irish name Cillian. Its meaning is debated: it is often linked with ceall 'church', giving 'little church', or with ceallach 'strife'. St Kilian was a seventh-century Irish missionary who worked in Franconia and was martyred at Würzburg, where he is still the city's patron. That is why the name is popular in Germany, Austria and France as well as Ireland.
Is Kilian a Christian name?
Kilian is a Catholic saint's name honouring St Kilian, the Irish apostle of Franconia, whose feast is 8 July.
How popular is Kilian?
Well used in Germany, France and Ireland.
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Spellings and variants of Kilian
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kilian mean?
Kilian means 'Church, or little strife'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Kilian a Christian name?
Kilian is a Catholic saint's name honouring St Kilian, the Irish apostle of Franconia, whose feast is 8 July.
How do you pronounce Kilian?
Kilian is pronounced KIL-ee-un.
Is Kilian a boy or girl name?
Kilian is usually a boy name.