There are
600
Kiens in the USA
Kien is the
37180th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kien

NguyenDu

Nguyen Du was a Vietnamese poet and writer, best known for his epic poem 'The Tale of Kieu,' which is considered a masterpiece of Vietnamese literature.

KienGiang

Kien Giang is a province in Vietnam known for its beautiful landscapes, including rivers, mountains, and islands.

LeKien

Le Kien is a Vietnamese footballer who plays as a defender for the Vietnamese national team and for the club Hoang Anh Gia Lai.

PhamKien

Pham Kien Cuong is a Vietnamese musician and composer known for his contributions to Vietnamese traditional music and his fusion of traditional and modern styles.

HoangKien

Hoang Kien is a Vietnamese artist and painter known for his vibrant and colorful art, inspired by Vietnamese culture and landscapes.

TranKien

Tran Kien is a Vietnamese architect known for his innovative and sustainable designs, blending traditional Vietnamese architecture with modern elements.

VuKien

Vu Kien is a Vietnamese entrepreneur and founder of a successful tech startup, known for his contributions to the development of the tech industry in Vietnam.

DangKien

Dang Kien is a Vietnamese chef and restaurateur, known for his innovative and contemporary Vietnamese cuisine and his efforts to promote Vietnamese culinary traditions.

HoangKien

Hoang Kien Nghia is a Vietnamese filmmaker and director, known for his critically acclaimed films exploring themes of identity, history, and social change.

NguyenVan

Nguyen Van Kien is a Vietnamese historian and scholar, known for his research and writings on Vietnamese history and his contributions to historical preservation.

Kien Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kien' is of Vietnamese origin. It is derived from the Vietnamese word 'kiến,' which means 'ant.' The surname may have originated as a nickname for someone who was hardworking or industrious like ants.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kien' is most commonly found in Vietnam and among Vietnamese communities around the world. It is less prevalent in other countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kien' include 'Kỳên,' 'Kiên,' and 'Kỳênh.'
Migration and ImmigrationVietnamese people with the surname 'Kien' have migrated to various countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, France, and Germany, primarily as a result of political and economic events in Vietnam.