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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Ry — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Ruya|Rya
IrishBoy→ Stable

Ry

RY · 1 syllables

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Boy

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #10636 in 2022

Peak: #7016 in 2021

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #10636 in 2022

Peak: #7016 in 2021

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.9 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20202022

Rank #10636 · Falling since 2020

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
28
Higher than 28% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · tm risk
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class

Ry scores lower overall — domain availability is limited.

Meaning Depth37% of score
60
Name Trend28% of score
55
Uniqueness20% of score
45
Feasibility15% of score
30

Scores are percentile-ranked across 43,000+ names.

Name DNA
IrishModernShort-form1-syllableStrongUnisex-leaning-boyContemporaryMinimalistRoyal connotation
Character
rebellious spiritindependent thinkersharp witquiet confidence
STRONG
High confidence

Ry is an Irish boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · tm risk
Popularity:—
Ry at a Glance
Meaning:From Old Irish meaning 'little king' or 'king'. A short form of Ryan or standalone name with royal connotations.
Language root:Old Irish · Gaelic
Peak rank:#7016 in 2021
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers

No notable bearers on record.

Similar Sound
Rye◈Roy◈Rory◈Ray◈Ryan◈
Similar Style
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Ry · Overview
Summary

Ry is an Irish boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Strengths
Modern · Strong character
Ry carries a bold, cool quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
ry.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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