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How to pronounce Ryan (RY-an)

Ryan

RY-an

Ryan

Two syllables. The 'y' makes a long 'i' sound.

Notes

Two syllables. The 'y' makes a long 'i' sound.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Irish Gaelic
Meaning
little king (from Ó Riain)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Ry
  • Ryno
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Originally an Irish surname; popular Australian boys' name from the 1980s.

Notable people

  • Ryan Reynolds (Canadian actor)
  • Ryan Gosling (Canadian actor)

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