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Ryan Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "ryan" is "little king", and is used often for "boys".

Name
ryan
Meaning
little king
Pronunciation
ry-ən
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Ryan Name Details

Ryan is an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Riain, meaning 'descendant of Rian'. Rian itself originates from the Gaelic word 'rí', meaning 'king'. The name Ryan gained popularity in the late 20th century and has remained a commonly used name for boys in many English-speaking countries.

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