Kilian - Unique Boy Names

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Kilian

/ˈkɪliən/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Little church or young devotee

Represents spiritual devotion, youthful faith, and dedication to higher principles.

Symbolism

Embodies religious commitment, inner strength, and the role of a spiritual guide or protector.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Irish 'Cillín' or 'Ceallach,' meaning 'church' or 'follower of the church,' possibly linked to the Gaelic word 'cill' (church). It was borne by Saint Kilian, a 7th-century Irish missionary bishop martyred in Würzburg, Germany, contributing to its spread in Germanic regions.

Style & Origin

sophisticated
unique
european

Cultural Background

Originating in Germanic and Irish traditions, Kilian is most commonly associated with Saint Kilian,

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