Ryon
Ryon is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little king or descendant of Rían.
Origin and history
Ryon is a modern spelling variant of the classic Irish name Ryan. Derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Riain, it traditionally means descendant of Rían or little king. In the United States, it serves as a rare alternative spelling that retains the familiar two-syllable sound of Ryan.
Popularity in the United States
2,009 babies in the United States have been named Ryon since 1880. It ranks #2873 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1858.
States where it is most popular
- CA (56 %)
- TX (28.8 %)
- FL (3.3 %)
- MI (3 %)
- NY (3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 71 |
| 1970-1980 | 363 |
| 1980-1990 | 509 |
| 1990-2000 | 440 |
| 2000-2010 | 331 |
| 2010-2019 | 226 |
| 2020-2029 | 69 |
Fun facts
- Ryon is an alternative spelling of Ryan, which originates from the Old Irish name Rían.
- While Ryan has been a top U.S. name for decades, the Ryon spelling remains relatively uncommon.