Rian vs Lyam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rian

Boy #1,263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Celtic British

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Boy #1,094 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Germanic via Irish

Irish American English

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Rian Rank #1,263

Lyam Rank #1,094

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 vs #1263 for Rian.

Is Rian or Lyam more popular?

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 compared to Rian at #1263 in the United States.

What do Rian and Lyam mean?

Rian means "little king" (Irish Gaelic origin). Lyam means "resolute protector, strong-willed warrior" (Germanic via Irish origin).

Are Rian and Lyam boy or girl names?

Rian is primarily a boy name. Lyam is primarily a boy name.