Ryland
Ryland is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Land where rye is grown.
Origin and history
Ryland originated as an English surname derived from a place name meaning rye land or land where rye is grown. It gained popularity in the United States as a contemporary given name starting in the late 20th century. Today, it offers a modern, nature-inspired alternative to names like Ryan or Leland.
Popularity in the United States
13,169 babies in the United States have been named Ryland since 1880. It ranks #1037 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #617.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.4 %)
- TX (10.1 %)
- VA (9 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 178 |
| 1930-1940 | 179 |
| 1940-1950 | 210 |
| 1950-1960 | 192 |
| 1960-1970 | 131 |
| 1970-1980 | 157 |
| 1980-1990 | 321 |
| 1990-2000 | 634 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,570 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,906 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,582 |
Famous people named Ryland
- Ryland Adams: Media Personality, YouTuber
- Ryland Lynch: DJ, Musician
Nicknames
Ry
Fun facts
- Ryland was originally used to describe someone who lived near or worked on land used for cultivating rye.
- While historically rare as a given name, Ryland experienced significant growth in usage in the early 21st century.