Jeremy vs Ryan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryan

Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#87
Total SSA Count
3,892
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jeremy Rank #266
Ryan Rank #87

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #266 for Jeremy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeremy or Ryan more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Jeremy at #266 in the United States.

What do Jeremy and Ryan mean?

Jeremy means "God will raise up" (Hebrew origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Jeremy and Ryan boy or girl names?

Jeremy is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.

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