Cian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cian Name at a Glance

Name	Cian
Meaning	Ancient.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cian means “Ancient”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cian Name Origin

Our database records Cian under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cian a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cian is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cian

When considering Cian for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.