Rian: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Rian | Girls
Origin of the name Ryan:
From the Irish surname O'Riain (descendant of Rian). Rian is an ancient Irish name believed to be a diminutive form of rí (king): hence, "little king."
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Often assumed to be pronounced "Re-ANN" or "REEun", still a lovely alternative spelling for a girl.
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