Declining since 2019, #1,285 for girls today.
Popularity of Ryann since 1971
Babies named Ryann per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ryann's real moment was 2019.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 382 | 53 |
| 1980s | 1,172 | 186 |
| 1990s | 1,685 | 164 |
| 2000s | 3,260 | 160 |
| 2010s | 3,284 | 134 |
| 2020s | 1,565 | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Ryann is a feminine spelling of Ryan, first recorded in the United States in 1971. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, but has since been declining in use. The name saw its strongest decade in the 2010s, when it resonated with parents seeking a unisex-sounding name with a feminine touch. In 2025, Ryann ranked 1285th, with approximately 1 in 9,237 baby girls receiving the name. Its highest usage occurs in Missouri, Maryland, and Michigan, reflecting a regional preference for this spelling. As a modern adaptation of an Irish surname, Ryann carries the meaning 'little king' while offering a fresh alternative to the more common Ryan.
Ryann is a modern spelling variant of Ryan, itself an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Riain, meaning 'descendant of Rían'. The personal name Rían is believed to derive from the Old Irish rí, meaning 'king', combined with a diminutive suffix, thus 'little king'. The spelling with double 'n' emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by similar feminine names like Lynn or Brynn.
Where Ryann is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ry, Annie, Ry-Ry
Sibling names for Ryann
Names that share Ryann's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Ryann
Names whose popularity has moved with Ryann's over the last 50 years.
