Ryyan

Irish

"little king"

Ryyan Origin and Meaning

The name Ryyan is a boy's name.

Ryyan is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Ryan (which comes from the Irish surname Ó Riain meaning "descendant of Rían"), or it could have Arabic roots where it relates to "watered, luxuriant, flourishing." The distinctive double-y spelling gives the name a contemporary edge while maintaining the familiar sound of the more common Ryan. Ryyan has gained some traction in Muslim communities, where names with Arabic origins are preferred. While not among the most popular names, Ryyan offers parents a way to give their son a recognizable name with a unique spelling that stands out on paper without being difficult to pronounce.