Rising since 2005, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Kiam since 1973
Babies named Kiam per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Kiam is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1973. It reached its peak rank of 8,243 in 2024, and in 2025, approximately 1 in 189,786 newborns received the name. The name has been rising gradually in usage since 2005, but it remains uncommon. Its origins are uncertain, but it may be a modern variant of Kian or a creative coinage. The name has not appeared in any Top States list, indicating it is spread thinly across the country. With no strong historical or cultural ties, Kiam appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, contemporary-sounding name.
Kiam is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern invented name, possibly influenced by similar-sounding names such as Kian (of Irish origin meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring') or the Persian name Kian ('royal' or 'king'). Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Nigerian name Kiam. Without clear historical roots, its meaning remains speculative.
“Kiam” around the world
Where Kiam lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Kiam
Names that share Kiam's style, for a brother or sister.
