Ryan vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryan

Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

Irish English American

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Ryan Rank #87

Avery Rank #259

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Ryan or Avery more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Avery mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Ryan and Avery boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.