Kian (West Makian)
Where does "Kian" come from?
The West Makian name 'Kian' is likely cognate with the Ternate form 'Kayoa'[1], which refers to the island of Kayoa.
Open questions
- The relationship between the West Makian form and the Ternate form is described as likely rather than certain. [1]
Sources
Updated October 2026
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