How Many People Are Named Ryu?
Complete statistics for the name Ryu: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ryu means 'dragon' in Japanese, a powerful symbol. That's just 1,612 people named Ryu in the US, or 1 in 204,711 Americans. The name peaked in 2012 and most people named Ryu are under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 1,629 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: 2012Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ryu Through the Generations
Ryu, a name that's seen a steady rise since its peak in 2012 with 130 births, has become increasingly popular among younger generations. With 1,612 estimated to be alive today, the majority of people named Ryu are under 30, indicating it's a modern choice. Only 41 individuals aged between 30 and 60 carry this name, and there are no known cases of anyone over 60 bearing Ryu, showing how recent and trendy this name really is.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Ryu
How Many People Have the Name Ryu?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,194 people in the United States currently share the name Ryu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 103,772 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Ryu a Common or Rare Name?
Ryu 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 Ryu Mean?
Ryu means "dragon" and comes from Japanese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ryu in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Ryu Most Popular?
The name Ryu reached peak popularity in 2012, with 130 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Ryu?
Approximately 3,194 people named Ryu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,194. That works out to roughly 1 in 103,772 Americans.
Is Ryu a rare name?
Ryu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 103,772 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ryu mean?
Ryu means "dragon" and comes from Japanese origins.
Is Ryu more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ryu are male and 0% are female.
When was Ryu most popular?
Ryu peaked in 2012 with 130 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.