Ryan vs Tallulah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryan

Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#87
Total SSA Count
3,892
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ryan Rank #87
Tallulah Rank #815

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #815 for Tallulah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ryan ___

  • Ryan James
  • Ryan Michael
  • Ryan Patrick
  • Ryan Thomas
  • Ryan Cole
  • Ryan Joseph

Tallulah ___

  • Tallulah Jane
  • Tallulah Mae
  • Tallulah Rose
  • Tallulah Kate
  • Tallulah Jo
  • Tallulah Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ryan

Connor Aidan Brendan Kaitlyn Meghan

If you choose Tallulah

Rafferty Clementine Dashiell Wren Phineas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryan or Tallulah more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Tallulah at #815 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Tallulah mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Tallulah means "leaping water" (Choctaw origin).

Are Ryan and Tallulah boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Tallulah is primarily a girl name.

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