Cian

Meaning

Ancient

In its source language, Cian means “Ancient”. It has Irish roots and a long history of use in Christian families.

Name Details

Gender

Boy

Origin

Irish

Religion / Tradition

Christian

Name Type

Celestial

Popularity

Popular

Traditional Naming by Birth Nakshatra

Optional

For families who follow traditional Vedic naming practices, your baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada can be calculated from birth details and used to suggest traditional starting sounds for names.

1. Birth Details

Date, Time, Place

2. Janma Rashi

Nakshatra · Pada

3. Traditional

Naming Sound

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Quick Facts

Meaning Ancient

Gender Boy

Origin Irish

Religion / Tradition Christian

Name Type Celestial

Popularity Popular

Questions About Cian

What does the name Cian mean?

In its source language, Cian means “Ancient”. It has Irish roots and a long history of use in Christian families.

Is Cian a boy’s or girl’s name?

Cian is listed on TotsName as a boy’s name, most often given in Christian families.

What is the origin of Cian?

Cian is of Irish origin.

How popular is Cian?

Cian carries a popular rating on TotsName and begins with C.

Can Cian determine a baby’s Rashi or Nakshatra?

No. A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

Important to Know

A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

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