Cian Name Meaning
The name Cian comes from Irish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Cian below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Cian Name Meaning
Irish, Irish MythologyMeans "ancient" in Gaelic. This was the name of the mythical ancestor of the Cianachta in Irish legend. Cian was also the name of a son-in-law of Brian Boru.
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