Popularity:108
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:little king
Ryan is a gender-neutral name of Irish origin. A variant of the name Rían, this name translates to “little king.” Of course, baby is going to be treated like royalty once they enter your family. As they make their path through life, the name Ryan is sure to remind them to wear their confidence like a crown.
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  • Ryan Gosling
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  • Ryan Lochte
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  • Ryan Reynolds
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