Ryan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ryan Name at a Glance

Name	Ryan
Meaning	Kingly. Famous Bearer: American actor Ryan O'Neal.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ryan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ryan means “Kingly. Famous Bearer: American actor Ryan O'Neal”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ryan Name Origin

Our database records Ryan under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ryan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ryan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ryan

When considering Ryan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.