Riannon
Riannon is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,179 in the US, popular nicknames include Ria, Riy, and Riaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Riannon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 250 babies have been named Riannon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Riannon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,179 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,179
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Riannon
Riannon is a girl name .
Riannon is currently ranked #22,179 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Riannon include Ria, Riy, Riaie, and Rianie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Riannon include Rian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis