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Rian

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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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