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Ryan vs Crew

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

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Crew

Boy #250 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"group, team, company of people"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#250
Total SSA Count
1,413
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ryan Rank #87
Crew Rank #250

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #250 for Crew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryan or Crew more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Crew at #250 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Crew mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Crew means "group, team, company of people" (Old French via English origin).

Are Ryan and Crew boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Crew is primarily a boy name.

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