Riaan
Meaning of Riaan
Riaan is a distinctive and modern male name of Afrikaans origin, pronounced as ree-AHN (/riˈɑn/). It is often considered a variation of the name Rian. Over recent years, Riaan has gained popularity in the United States, with its occurrence steadily increasing since 2009. The name reached its peak in 2016 with 262 newborns named Riaan, ranking at 859. Despite slight fluctuations in rank and occurrence over the past decade, Riaan remains a favored choice for parents seeking a unique yet culturally rich name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Afrikaans
- Pronunced as ree-AHN (/riˈɑn/)
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Notable People Named Riaan
| Riaan Stander is a South African serial killer who was convicted of murdering two prostitutes in Port Elizabeth in 2007 and was sentenced to life imprisonment. |
| Riaan Manser is a South African explorer known for his adventures on a bicycle and a kayak. |
| Riaan Cruywagen is a renowned South African television news reader and voice artist known for his long-standing association with the South African Broadcasting Corporation, where he presented the Afrikaans news for over 37 years. |
| Riaan Smit - Adriaan Jacobus Smit, also known as "True Blue," is a versatile South African rugby union professional known for his proficiency as a fly-half or fullback. |
| Riaan van Zyl is a former American rugby union player who played as a wing for the United States national team, earning 13 caps and scoring 9 tries during his career. |
