Cillian Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cillian Name at a Glance

Name	Cillian
Meaning	Variant of Ceallach: War; strife.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cillian Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cillian means “Variant of Ceallach: War; strife”. 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.

Cillian Name Origin

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

Is Cillian a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cillian

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