Find out how popular the first name Rylan has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rylan by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Rylan is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 84% of people named Rylan being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 852 male babies and 242 female babies born with the name Rylan.

The history of the first name Rylan

The name Rylan is a modern English given name with uncertain origins. Some sources suggest it may be a variant spelling of the Irish name Rylann, which is derived from the Gaelic words "rí" meaning king and "lann" meaning land or territory. However, there is no definitive evidence of its precise roots.

Many believe Rylan emerged as a creative combination of popular names like Ryan and Dylan in the late 20th century. While its exact beginnings are unclear, the name gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries in recent decades.

There are no known historical references or ancient texts that mention the name Rylan specifically. Its modern usage seems to be a relatively recent phenomenon, likely influenced by the growing trend of creating unique and inventive names during the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rylan dates back to the late 1970s, when a handful of children were given this name in the United States. However, it remained relatively uncommon until the early 2000s when its popularity began to rise steadily.

While there are no famous historical figures specifically named Rylan, here are five notable individuals who have carried this name in modern times:

1. Rylan Clark (born 1988), an English television presenter and model.
2. Rylan Sexton (born 1991), an American professional ice hockey player.
3. Rylan Ferrier (born 1994), a Canadian professional ice hockey player.
4. Rylan Schwartz (born 1991), a Canadian professional ice hockey player.
5. Rylan Milligan (born 1996), an American professional soccer player.

As a relatively new name, Rylan's history and origins remain somewhat ambiguous, but it has gained a foothold in popular culture and continues to be used as a unique and modern choice for baby names in various parts of the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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