UK girl's name
Ryana
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "little singer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ryana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ryana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4056, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 5 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2017 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Ryana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ryana ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 5 girls were registered as Ryana.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ryana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4056
2023
Births in 2023
5
Latest year
Peak year
2021
5 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Ryana mean?
The name Ryana is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, with its roots tracing back to ancient India. It is derived from the word "Rayana," which means "prosperous" or "affluent." This name was prominently used in the region during the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 600 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Ryana can be found in the Vedas, the ancient Hindu scriptures. It was mentioned in the Rig Veda, one of the four canonical sacred texts of Hinduism, which dates back to around 1500 BCE.
In the historical records of ancient India, there are several notable individuals who bore the name Ryana. One such figure was Ryana Bhatta, a renowned scholar and philosopher from the 8th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the study of Nyaya, one of the six schools of Hindu philosophy.
Another prominent figure with the name Ryana was Ryana Devi, a Rajput princess who lived in the 12th century CE. She was known for her bravery and military prowess, and played a significant role in the defense of her kingdom against invading forces.
During the medieval period, the name Ryana was also found in Persian literature and historical records. One notable example is Ryana Khatun, a Persian princess and poet who lived in the 13th century CE. She was renowned for her literary works and her patronage of the arts.
In more recent times, the name Ryana has been associated with several influential individuals. One such person was Ryana Kapoor, an Indian actress and philanthropist who was born in 1955. She was known for her work in several Bollywood films and her charitable initiatives.
Another notable figure with the name Ryana was Ryana Ghosh, an Indian mathematician and educator who lived from 1923 to 2001. She made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and was instrumental in establishing several educational institutions in India.
While the name Ryana has its origins in ancient India, it has since been adopted and used in various cultures and regions around the world. Its meaning of prosperity and affluence has resonated with many, making it a popular choice for parents across different backgrounds.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ryana over time
The chart below shows babies named Ryana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2017 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ryana, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ryana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ryana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4370 | 18 | 4 |
| 2010s | #5716 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Ryana
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Ryana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ryana in the UK right now?
In 2023, Ryana was ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Ryana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 5 babies registered as Ryana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ryana?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "little singer".
How many people are called Ryana in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Ryana across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.