Rylan
Meaning of Rylan
Rylan, pronounced RY-luhn, originated as an English surname—Ryland—signifying “rye land,” a matter-of-fact reference to grain fields that once dotted the countryside. Adopted as a given name in the late twentieth century, it rides the same phonetic current as Ryan and Riley while retaining its own agricultural pedigree. American records show a quiet debut of just six newborns in 1968, followed by a steady ascent that peaked at rank 143 in 2011 and still hovers in the mid-300s today, evidence that the name has traded furrows for suburbia without losing traction. Its unisex status broadens its appeal, and contemporary associations range from British media personality Rylan Clark to YouTuber Rylan Adams—figures who lend the name a pop-culture gloss. For parents seeking a two-syllable choice that balances modern flair with a rooted, earthy etymology, Rylan offers a field-tested option.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RY-luhn (/ˈraɪlən/)
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Notable People Named Rylan
| Rylan Clark is an English broadcaster and TV personality who rose to fame on The X Factor in 2012, finishing fifth, and won Celebrity Big Brother the next year. |
| Rylan Thomas Bannon is an American professional baseball third baseman and free agent who has played in MLB for the Orioles, Braves, and Astros. |
| Rylan Mackenzie Wiens is a Canadian platform diver who represented Canada at the 2024 Olympic Games. |
