Name meaning
Keyan
Boy's nameFars mənşəli
Belonging to the ancient kings of Iran, of royal lineage.
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Name meaning and origin
Keyan is a word of Persian origin that developed from kavi (priest-ruler) in the ancient Avestan language and means pertaining to a shah or ruler. This root is borne by the legendary Kayanian dynasty and also appears in the names of historical-legendary rulers such as Kaykhusraw and Kayqubad.
In Ferdowsi's Shahnameh, the Kayanian dynasty is described as Iran's oldest royal house. In its modern form this root is more widely spread in the variant Kian, while in Azerbaijan Keyan is one of the rare but recognizable male names.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Fars mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Kian, Keyan
- Pronunciation
- kæ.ˈjɑn
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Keyan?
Keyan is a name of Persian origin and means belonging to the ancient kings of Iran, of royal lineage.Is the name Keyan mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Keyan does not appear in the Quran; it comes from the Kayanian dynasty of ancient Persian mythology.Is Keyan a boy name or a girl name?
Keyan is a boy name.