Ryah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYE-uh / /ˈraɪə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to flow'; English: variant of Rhea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ryah has roots in Hebrew, where it is associated with the concept of flowing water. In English contexts, it is often considered a variant of the name Rhea, which has Greek origins. Rhea was a Titaness in Greek mythology, known as the mother of the gods. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Ryah has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Riah
- Rhea
International Variants
- Rhea (Greek)
- Ria (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ryah was first seen in the United States in 1980. Ryah has ranked as high as #1250 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Colorado, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Ryah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ryah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 62 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 86 |
| 2022 | 93 |
| 2023 | 82 |
| 2024 | 110 |