Rylan vs Kieran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rylan

Boy #372 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"land where rye grows"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #441 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án)

Irish Scottish English

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Rylan Rank #372

Kieran Rank #441

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 vs #441 for Kieran.

Is Rylan or Kieran more popular?

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 compared to Kieran at #441 in the United States.

What do Rylan and Kieran mean?

Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin). Kieran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án) origin).

Are Rylan and Kieran boy or girl names?

Rylan is primarily a boy name. Kieran is primarily a boy name.