What Does the Name Cian Mean

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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.

Origin: IrishGender: Boy
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