Ryan
Gender: M
Origin of Ryan: Irish
Meaning of Ryan: "little king"
Ryan's Popularity in 2011: #25
Ryan has been one of the most popular Irish names in America for decades; it had been in the Top 20 since 1976, and still stands at Number 25, even though parents now have such a wide choice of Irish surnames, from Flynn to Finnigan, and newer Ry names like Ryder. Ryan (born Patrick) O'Neal first brought it to light in the mid-1960s, when parents saw it as a fresher and more spirited alternative to names like Brian and Kevin. In recent years, Ryan has taken off as a girl's name.
Several male marquee Ryans still keep the name in the spotlight--think Ryan Seacrest, Ryan Reynolds, Ryan Gosling and Ryan Philippe.
Rayan, Rayaun, Rhyan, Rhyne, Ryane, Ryein, Ryen, Ryian, Ryiann, Ryien, Ryin, Ryne, Rynn, Ryon, Ryuan, Ryun, Ryyan
Ryan
Gender: F
Origin of Ryan: Irish
Meaning of Ryan: "little king"
Ryan's Popularity in 2011: #575
This ultrapopular boys' name is rapidly becoming a hot name for girls; admired for its buoyant Irish spirit.
Rian, Rianna, Rianne, Ryann, Ryen, Ryenne
