Selah vs Rhyan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhyan

Boy #4,810 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little king"

Origin: Old Irish 'rían' from 'rí' (king)

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,810
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Selah Rank #4,812
Rhyan Rank #4,810

Rhyan is more popular, ranked #4810 vs #4812 for Selah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Selah or Rhyan more popular?

Rhyan is more popular, ranked #4810 compared to Selah at #4812 in the United States.

What do Selah and Rhyan mean?

Selah means "pause, reflection, musical interlude" (Hebrew origin). Rhyan means "little king" (Old Irish 'rían' from 'rí' (king) origin).

Are Selah and Rhyan boy or girl names?

Selah is primarily a boy name. Rhyan is primarily a boy name.

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