Ryan
Ryan is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Riain, meaning "little king" or "illustrious." It carries a sense of nobility and leadership rooted in Celtic heritage.
Current Popularity
#87 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most cultures
- •Works well in professional settings while remaining friendly
- •Has been consistently popular without being overly common
- •Strong single-syllable sound makes it memorable
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Ryan Gosling
Actor
Ryan Reynolds
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Ryan Seacrest
Television Host
Ryan Tannehill
NFL Quarterback
Statistics
960,560
Total births since 1880
1985
Peak year
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