Ryland
Ryland: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ryland
Root meaning: “rye”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old English ryge (“rye”) + land (“land”).
How popular is Ryland?
Since 1880, 816 girls and 13,169 boys in the U.S. have been named Ryland (6% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3178 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #407 in 2013. In 2025 it ranked #706 for boys, with 407 babies given the name.
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Ryland FAQ
What does the name Ryland mean?
Ryland traces back to a root meaning "rye". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old English ryge (“rye”) + land (“land”).
What is the origin of the name Ryland?
Ryland is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Ryland?
Since 1880, 816 girls and 13,169 boys in the U.S. have been named Ryland (6% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3178 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #407 in 2013. In 2025 it ranked #706 for boys, with 407 babies given the name.
Is Ryland a boy or girl name?
Ryland is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 816 girls and 13,169 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.