Ryan vs Graham

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 #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

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Ryan Rank #87

Graham Rank #129

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #129 for Graham.

Is Ryan or Graham more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Graham mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Ryan and Graham boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.