Rya
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Rya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 19 babies have been named Rya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,319 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,319
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Also a Girl Name
Rya is also used as a girl name, ranked #1234.
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English (nickname) origin
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English coinages origin
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About the Name Rya
Rya is a boy name .
Is Rya a boy or girl name? Rya is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,319 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,234. Rya is more commonly used as a girl name.
Rya is currently ranked #12,319 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Rya include Ryan, Ryatt, Ryat . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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