Rian
Rian: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈraɪən/ · /ˈriː.ən/
Meaning and origin of Rian
- A male given name
Etymology
A re-Gaelicisation of the given name Ryan, which comes from the Irish surname Ó Riaghain /Ó Riain (literally “descendant of Riaghan /Rian”). Thus, reviving the original Irish given name Riaghan /Rian.
How popular is Rian?
Since 1880, 3,494 girls and 5,624 boys in the U.S. have been named Rian (38% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1487 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #905 in 1979. In 2025, 189 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Rian
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Sibling name ideas for Rian
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Rian FAQ
What does the name Rian mean?
A male given name A re-Gaelicisation of the given name Ryan, which comes from the Irish surname Ó Riaghain /Ó Riain (literally “descendant of Riaghan /Rian”). Thus, reviving the original Irish given name Riaghan /Rian.
How popular is the name Rian?
Since 1880, 3,494 girls and 5,624 boys in the U.S. have been named Rian (38% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1487 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #905 in 1979. In 2025, 189 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rian a boy or girl name?
Rian is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,494 girls and 5,624 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.