Ryonna
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the name Rona.
Name Census estimates that about 84 living Americans carry the first name Ryonna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ryonna today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ryonna births was 2008 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ryonna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ryonna. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
84
~ 1 in 4,080,409 Americans
Peak year
2008
9 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2021 SSA rank
#14,933
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Ryonna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ryonna from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 61 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ryonna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ryonna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ryonna
The name Ryonna has its origins in the ancient Japanese language, tracing back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Japanese words "ryo" meaning "dragon" and "na" meaning "grace" or "elegance." The combination of these words suggests that the name carries the symbolism of a graceful and majestic dragon.
In the early Japanese culture, dragons were revered as powerful and auspicious creatures, often associated with wisdom, strength, and good fortune. The inclusion of the word "dragon" in the name Ryonna was likely meant to bestow these positive qualities upon the bearer.
While there are no direct references to the name Ryonna in ancient Japanese texts or religious scriptures, the concept of dragons and their significance in Japanese mythology can be traced back to the Shinto and Buddhist traditions that influenced the country's culture.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ryonna can be found in the historical records of the Heian period (794-1185 AD), where it was used as a name for noble women of the imperial court. During this time, Japan experienced a cultural renaissance, and the arts, literature, and aesthetics were highly valued.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ryonna. One such figure was Ryonna Tokugawa (1579-1636), a prominent noblewoman and the wife of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate that ruled Japan from 1603 to 1868.
Another notable Ryonna was Ryonna Fujiwara (1021-1094), a renowned poet and courtier during the late Heian period. Her poetic works were included in the famous imperial anthology, the "Goshui Wakashu."
In the realm of performing arts, Ryonna Komatsu (1884-1963) was a celebrated Kabuki actress and dancer who helped preserve and promote traditional Japanese theater in the early 20th century.
Ryonna Yamamoto (1923-2001) was a pioneering Japanese businesswoman who founded one of the first major cosmetics companies in Japan, challenging gender norms and paving the way for women in the corporate world.
Additionally, Ryonna Akiyama (1941-2018) was a respected Japanese ceramist and artist, known for her intricate porcelain works that blended traditional techniques with modern design sensibilities.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Ryonna throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Japan.
People
Ryonna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ryonna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ryonna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ryonna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 84 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ryonna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 4,080,409 US residents.
Is Ryonna a common name?
We classify Ryonna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 62% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 85 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ryonna most popular?
The single biggest year for Ryonna was 2008, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ryonna is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ryonna in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ryonna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ryonna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ryonna still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ryonna in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ryonna can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Ryonna as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Ryonna on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.