Ryan
Meaning: Little king or descendant of the king
Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #30
Total births: 19,158
History: Ryan surged in the 1990s as an energetic Australian name. Ryan Harris was a beloved Australian fast bowler whose career was cut short by injury. The name carries an athletic, outdoorsy Australian energy — the kid who'd be at the beach at dawn.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #81 |
| Babies named Ryan in 2025 | 102 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 19,158 |
| Peak year | 2000 (576 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 1973–2025 (53 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 39 spots |
Frequently asked about Ryan
What does the name Ryan mean?
Ryan means “Little king or descendant of the king” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Ryan?
Ryan has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Little king or descendant of the king”.
How popular is Ryan in Australia?
Ryan ranked #81 in Australia in 2025 — given to 102 babies that year.
When was Ryan most popular?
Ryan peaked in 2000 with 576 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Ryan a boy or girl name?
Ryan is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Ryans in registered births are male.
Is the name Ryan rising or falling in popularity?
Ryan has fallen 39 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #42 in 2020 to #81 in 2025.
How long has Ryan been recorded in Australia?
Ryan appears in birth records in Australia across 53 years — from 1973 through 2025.