Bryan vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryan

Boy #306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Irish Celtic English American

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Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Bryan Rank #306

Rory Rank #226

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #306 for Bryan.

Is Bryan or Rory more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Bryan at #306 in the United States.

What do Bryan and Rory mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bryan and Rory boy or girl names?

Bryan is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.