Ryan vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryan

Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Ryan Rank #87

Steven Rank #269

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Ryan or Steven more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Steven mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Ryan and Steven boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.