Kiani

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Pronounced kee-AH-nee /kiˈɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Persian kiani, 'royal, kingly' (the Kianian dynasty); also a Hawaiian-styled name; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Royal and soft: Kiani is Persian 'royal, kingly' — with a Hawaiian-toned lilt. Regal, melodic, and worldly.

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Origin MediumPersian, Hawaiian

MeaningFrom Persian kiani, 'royal, kingly' (the Kianian dynasty); also a Hawaiian-styled name; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#4610 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births30 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1996

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,295

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kiani comes from Persian kiani, 'royal, kingly' (after the legendary Kianian dynasty), and also reads as a Hawaiian-styled name (routes layered, which we note). A regal, melodic name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, royal at the (likely) root, and melodic.

Did you know? Kiani means 'royal, kingly' in Persian (from the legendary Kianian kings) — and reads as a soft, Hawaiian-styled name; doubly evocative.

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Kiani — routes layered

Variations

KianaKianniKayani

Nicknames

Kiki

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kiani mean?

Kiani is Persian for 'royal, kingly', and reads as a Hawaiian-styled name; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Kiani?

It's said kee-AH-nee /kiˈɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kiani a boy or girl name?

Kiani is a girl's name.

How popular is Kiani?

Kiani is a rare name in the U.S.