Holding steady.
Popularity of Ryun since 1972
Babies named Ryun per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 40 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ryun is a modern respelling of the classic Irish name Ryan, first recorded in the United States in 1972. It has remained a rare but stable choice, never cracking the top 1000. Its peak popularity came in 1996, and it has seen consistent low-level use since then, with a trajectory that has remained stable. While its exact meaning is debated, it is almost certainly derived from Ryan, the old Irish name meaning 'little king'. The name has not been associated with any particular states or top bearers, making it a distinctive offbeat alternative to the more common Ryan.
Ryun is likely a respelling or variant of the Irish name Ryan, derived from the Old Irish name Rian, possibly meaning 'little king'. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1972, and has been used steadily since, with a peak in 1996.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ry
Sibling names for Ryun
Names that share Ryun's style, for a brother or sister.
