Ryan vs Owen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryan

Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

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Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

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Ryan Rank #87

Owen Rank #26

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #87 for Ryan.

Is Ryan or Owen more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Ryan at #87 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Owen mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are Ryan and Owen boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.