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Boy name

Ryan

Ryan is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “little king.” It currently ranks #83 for US boys and is falling.

Meaning
Little king.
Origin
Irish
US rank
#51
Syllables
1
Letters
4
Starts with
R

Ryan's popularity over time

↓ Falling
#83 in 2023Peak rank #30US SSA · boys
#1#42#83201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Ryan

What does the name Ryan mean?

Ryan means "Little king." and is of Irish origin.

Is Ryan a boy or girl name?

Ryan is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ryan?

Ryan ranked #83 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been falling (peak rank #30).

How many syllables are in Ryan?

Ryan has 1 syllable and 4 letters.

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