Rian Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-an / /ˈriː.ən/Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'little king'; Hebrew: 'God is gracious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Rian is a name of Irish origin, often associated with nobility and leadership due to its meaning. In Hebrew, it reflects a spiritual significance, emphasizing grace. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is sometimes used as a modern variant of the traditional name Ryan.
Trend Summary
Rian has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rian
- Ryan
International Variants
- Rían (Irish)
- Rian (Italian)
Famous people named Rian
Rian Johnson is an American filmmaker known for directing 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'.
Rian O'Neill is a notable Irish musician recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Fictional characters named Rian
Rian is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role in the storyline.
Rian is a character in the book series 'The Chronicles of Amber', depicted as a member of the royal family.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rian was first seen in the United States in 1948. Rian has ranked as high as #1161 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Oregon, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Rian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rian (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 27 | |
NY | 12 | |
FL | 11 | |
TX | 10 | |
WA | 9 | |
IL | 9 | |
NC | 8 | |
PA | 8 | |
CT | 6 | |
GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1948 | 7 |
1950 | 5 |
1952 | 6 |
1954 | 7 |
1955 | 28 |
1956 | 13 |
1957 | 9 |
1958 | 15 |
1959 | 20 |
1960 | 19 |
1961 | 13 |
1962 | 13 |
1963 | 20 |
1964 | 10 |
1965 | 9 |
1966 | 11 |
1967 | 10 |
1968 | 23 |
1969 | 14 |
1970 | 22 |
1971 | 21 |
1972 | 33 |
1973 | 38 |
1974 | 53 |
1975 | 52 |
1976 | 41 |
1977 | 83 |
1978 | 79 |
1979 | 94 |
1980 | 70 |
1981 | 80 |
1982 | 82 |
1983 | 76 |
1984 | 70 |
1985 | 50 |
1986 | 70 |
1987 | 70 |
1988 | 66 |
1989 | 63 |
1990 | 90 |
1991 | 78 |
1992 | 68 |
1993 | 61 |
1994 | 63 |
1995 | 52 |
1996 | 66 |
1997 | 78 |
1998 | 90 |
1999 | 70 |
2000 | 95 |
2001 | 98 |
2002 | 85 |
2003 | 126 |
2004 | 104 |
2005 | 93 |
2006 | 120 |
2007 | 128 |
2008 | 140 |
2009 | 123 |
2010 | 106 |
2011 | 111 |
2012 | 123 |
2013 | 121 |
2014 | 130 |
2015 | 124 |
2016 | 153 |
2017 | 183 |
2018 | 148 |
2019 | 126 |
2020 | 165 |
2021 | 202 |
2022 | 153 |
2023 | 170 |
2024 | 156 |