Cillian is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #734 in 2012 with 45 recorded births. This places Cillian in the top 12% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 285 births ranking #177. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 275.0%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 7,743 boys born was named Cillian. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Cillian is a well-loved Irish name with a soft, distinctive sound. It is often explained through church-related Gaelic roots, though exact older interpretations vary a little.
The name is familiar in Ireland through saints and tradition and has become far more visible internationally in recent years. Modern recognition has also grown through public figures such as Cillian Murphy.