Find out how popular the first name Kiyel has been for the last 1 years (from 2006 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kiyel by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Kiyel is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kiyel.

The history of the first name Kiyel

The given name Kiyel is believed to have originated from the Persian language. Its roots can be traced back to ancient Persia, which is now modern-day Iran. The name is derived from the Persian word "kiyā," which means "king" or "ruler." This suggests that Kiyel was initially a name bestowed upon those of royal or noble lineage.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kiyel can be found in ancient Persian literature, particularly in the epic poems of Ferdowsi, a renowned Persian poet who lived from 940 to 1020 AD. His masterpiece, the Shahnameh (Book of Kings), mentions several characters bearing the name Kiyel or variations of it.

In the 12th century, there was a Persian scholar and poet named Kiyel al-Din Gorgani, who was renowned for his contributions to the field of literature and philosophy. He lived from 1107 to 1180 AD and was highly respected in his time.

During the Safavid dynasty, which ruled Persia from 1501 to 1736, the name Kiyel gained further prominence. One notable figure from this period was Kiyel Khan, a military commander who played a pivotal role in the expansion of the Safavid Empire under Shah Abbas I in the early 17th century.

In the 19th century, Kiyel Mirza was a prominent Iranian calligrapher and painter who lived from 1836 to 1924. His works were highly acclaimed, and he is considered one of the greatest calligraphers in Persian history.

Another noteworthy figure was Kiyel Bey, an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire from 1688 to 1691. He was born in 1637 and played a crucial role in the negotiations that led to the Treaty of Carlowitz, which ended the Ottoman-Habsburg wars.

While the name Kiyel has its roots in the Persian language and culture, it has also been adopted and used in other regions and contexts throughout history. However, the name remains deeply connected to its Persian origins and the rich cultural heritage of ancient Persia.

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