Ryu
boy name#2332 in 2025Ryu entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #1314 in 2012, ranks #2332 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
#2332
rank today
#1314
peak (2012)
59
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6137 |
| 1990s | #4941 |
| 2000s | #3019 |
| 2010s | #1991 |
| 2020s | #1960 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ryu has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Ryu are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ryu is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ryu in 2025?
- Ryu ranks #2332 among US boy names in 2025, with 59 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ryu most popular?
- Ryu peaked in 2012, reaching #1314 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ryu with classmates?
- Ryu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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