کیان

Kian

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Kian is a Muslim boy name meaning “Royal, kingly; of the Kayanian kings”.

MeaningRoyal, kingly; of the Kayanian kings
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingکیان
Pronunciationkee-AAN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Kian

Kian (Kiyān) is a Persian name taken from the Kayanian dynasty, the legendary kings of the Shahnameh, so it carries the sense 'royal'. It is a popular boy's name in modern Iran. The same spelling is also used in Ireland as an anglicised form of the Gaelic Cian ('ancient'), which is an unrelated name.

Is Kian a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Kian is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, and it is popular among Iranian Muslim families.

Where is the name Kian used?

Common in Iran and among the Iranian diaspora.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kian mean?

Kian means 'Royal, kingly; of the Kayanian kings'. It comes from Persian.

Is Kian a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Kian is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, and it is popular among Iranian Muslim families.

How do you write Kian in Arabic?

Kian is written کیان in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Kian?

Kian is pronounced kee-AAN.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.