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Name Origin

Killian is an Irish masculine given name, traditionally meaning 'church' or 'little church'. It derives from the Irish Gaelic name 'Cillín', a diminutive form of 'cill' (meaning 'church').

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Famous People

Killian Donnelly (1984-)

Actor and Singer

  • Performed in West End productions like 'Les Misérables'
  • Starred in the Broadway production of 'The Phantom of the Opera'

Killian Hayes (2001-)

Professional Basketball Player

  • Drafted 7th overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 2020 NBA Draft
  • Plays point guard for the Detroit Pistons

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