Boy name guide

Ryan name meaning, origin and style

Ryan name meaning: little king. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
Irish
Meaning
little king
Say it
RYE-un

Choosing Ryan

A considered irish choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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