Name comparison · boy names
Rowan vs. Ryan
In 2025, Rowan leads at #59 among U.S. boys' names, with Ryan at #99. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Rowan | Ryan |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #59 | #99 |
| Babies in 2025 | 5,212 | 3,532 |
| All-time peak | #59 in 2025 | #11 in 1986 |
| Uniqueness score | 15 / 100 | 19 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Wyoming (#5) | New Jersey (#43) |