Ryann is a spelling of Ryan — from the Irish O Riain, 'a descendant of Rian (the little king/kingly one)'; used for both sexes (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (here for a boy; slug distinguished; said 'RY-an').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare in this form, a-little-king at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Ryan comes from the Irish O Riain, 'a descendant of Rian (the little king/kingly one)' — Ryann is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'RY-an').

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References — Ryan — unisex; routes layered

Variations

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What does the name Ryann mean?

Ryann spells Ryan — Irish 'a descendant of Rian (the little king/kingly one)'; used for both sexes; here for a boy. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Ryann?

It's said RY-an /ˈraɪ.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ryann a boy or girl name?

Ryann is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Ryann?

Ryann is a very rare spelling in the U.S.