Rian

Male

Meaning

Gaelic word for little king.

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/ˈriːən/

Traits associated with the name Rian:

Dogs named Rian tend to be brave, loving, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Rian?

Naming your dog Rian suggests that you have a creative and unique style. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the Irish culture, as Rian is an Irish name.

Is Rian a good dog name?

Rian is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Rian isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

4,385
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
4,308
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Rian is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Rian was, in the past month, the 6639th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Rian is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Rian was viewed 33 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Rian's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

As you can see, this name is not particularly common across the United States.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Rian.

Rian is found in these categories:

guard dog names
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In Irish lore, it signifies a powerful, protective king.

Dog names like Rian:

Rex
King
Ruler
As in sargent.
Pledge, Nobleman
Bank and train robber.
A fictional characterr.
Rian dog name meaning

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