Names like Ryan
If Ryan is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Irish classics to names with a similar sound. Ryan peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
Top matches: Brian, Aidan, Reagan and Kevin.
24 boy names like Ryan
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- Brian#339The name Brian means 'high' or 'noble'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Aidan#326The name Aidan comes from an old Irish word meaning 'little fire'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- ReaganIt means "little king" or "descendant of a king."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Kevin#221Handsome birth; noble birthAlso IrishPast its peak, like Ryan
- Keegan#621It means "descendant of the fiery one" or "small and fiery".Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Riley#208Riley means "valiant" or "courageous." It can also mean "rye clearing" or "wood clearing."Also Irish2 syllables
- Sean#489Sean is the Irish version of the name John.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- BrendanThis name comes from an old Irish word meaning 'prince' or 'king'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Donovan#496It means "dark-haired chief" or "brown-haired chieftain." It comes from an Irish surname…Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- DevanThis name comes from an old Irish surname.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Caden#201Caden means "battle" or "spirit of battle."Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- DillanThe name Dillan comes from an Irish surname that means 'like a lion'.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Connor#166The name Connor means 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf lover'.Also IrishPast its peak, like Ryan
- Oscar#223Oscar means "God's spear" or "deer friend".Also Irish2 syllables
- Jordan#131Comes from the name of the Jordan River.Same “-an” endingPast its peak, like Ryan
- Cody#318Cody is an Irish name meaning 'descendant of Óda.' It's connected to prosperity and…Also Irish2 syllables
- Christian#96It means 'a follower of Christ' or 'anointed one'.Same “-an” endingPast its peak, like Ryan
- Nathan#63Nathan means "He gave" or "Gift of God".Same “-an” endingSimilar popularity curve
- Evan#153This name means "the Lord is gracious." It signifies that God has shown kindness and…Same “-an” endingPast its peak, like Ryan
- Jonathan#89Jonathan means "God has given".Same “-an” endingPast its peak, like Ryan
- Brady#321The name Brady comes from an Irish surname meaning 'spirited' or 'broad-chested'.Also Irish2 syllables
- BradenFrom the broad valleyAlso IrishPast its peak, like Ryan
- DarrenThis name often means "little great one" or "from the oak tree." It suggests someone…Also IrishPast its peak, like Ryan
- DavinIt's thought to be a variation of David, meaning 'beloved'.Also Irish2 syllables
Girl names like Ryan
Ryan is also used for girls.
- Raegan#506Means "little ruler" or "descendant of Raghallach."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Reagan#248It means "little king" or "descendant of a king."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Sloan#840Sloan means "raider" or "warrior."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Rowan#249Rowan refers to a type of tree with red berries, also known as mountain ash.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Rylie#478Rylie likely comes from the name Riley, which means "courageous" or "valiant."Also IrishSimilar popularity curve
- MeghanA form of Margaret, meaning "pearl."Also IrishSame “-an” ending
- Erin#833It's a poetic name for Ireland, meaning 'from Ireland'.Also Irish2 syllables
- Aileen#799Aileen is a variation of Eileen, which means 'light' or 'bright one'.Also Irish2 syllables
- Kaitlyn#802Kaitlyn is an Irish name that's a version of Katherine.Also Irish2 syllables
- Kenna#759Kenna is often considered a feminine form of the Irish name Kenneth.Also Irish2 syllables
- AislinnThis name means 'dream' or 'vision'.Also Irish2 syllables
- KaylanKaylan is a modern name, possibly a variant of Kaylee or a combination of Kay and Alan.Also IrishSame “-an” ending
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- What names are similar to Ryan?
- Names with a similar style to Ryan include Brian, Aidan, Reagan, Kevin, Keegan and Riley.
- How are these names matched to Ryan?
- Each name is compared with Ryan on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Ryan peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
- What other Irish names are like Ryan?
- Brian, Aidan, Reagan, Kevin and Keegan share Ryan's Irish roots.