Ryian

Ryian is a modern masculine name that appears to be a variation of Ryan or a unique spelling of Rayan. Its origins are debated, but it likely stems from the Irish surname Ó Riain, meaning 'descendant of Rían,' with the Gaelic Rían possibly meaning 'little king' or 'kingly.' The distinctive spelling gives the traditional name a contemporary feel while maintaining its pronunciation. Though less common than Ryan, Ryian offers parents a way to honor Irish heritage while giving their son a slightly more distinctive name. The name has gained some modest usage in recent decades as parents seek more unique variants of popular names.

Ryian is also given to girls.

Pronounced RY-un.

As of October 2026, Ryian ranked #13318 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #10710 in 2016.