How Many People Are Named Riannon?
Complete statistics for the name Riannon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Riannon is a very rare female name, with only 245 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,348,916 Americans. That's pretty unique! It peaked in popularity back in 1987 with 14 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 34All 250 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1987Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Riannon Through the Generations
Riannon has seen a steady presence in the US since its introduction, with a notable peak in 1987 when 14 babies were given this name. Today, there are around 245 individuals named Riannon living in the country. The name's current bearers span a wide age range, with 34% under 30 and 66% aged between 30 and 60, indicating a stable trend without significant shifts towards younger or older generations. This distribution suggests that Riannon is a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities, appealing to both traditionalists and those seeking something distinctive.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Riannon's Welsh roots
📄 About the Name Riannon
How Many People Have the Name Riannon?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 245 people in the United States currently share the name Riannon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,348,916 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Riannon a Common or Rare Name?
Riannon is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Riannon Mean?
Riannon means "Welsh mythology, queen of Annwn" and comes from Welsh origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Riannon in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Riannon Most Popular?
The name Riannon reached peak popularity in 1987, with 14 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Riannon?
Approximately 245 people named Riannon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 250. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,348,916 Americans.
Is Riannon a rare name?
Riannon is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,348,916 Americans has this name.
What does the name Riannon mean?
Riannon means "Welsh mythology, queen of Annwn" and comes from Welsh origins.
Is Riannon more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Riannon are male and 100% are female.
When was Riannon most popular?
Riannon peaked in 1987 with 14 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.