Rory vs Bryan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Boy #306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Irish Celtic English American

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Rory Rank #226

Bryan Rank #306

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

Is Rory or Bryan more popular?

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

What do Rory and Bryan mean?

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

Are Rory and Bryan boy or girl names?

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