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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Land planted with rye
- Origin
- English (Old English ryge 'rye' + land 'land')
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- RY-lund
Ryland is a boy's name rooted in Old English, combining ryge ("rye") and land ("land") to literally mean land planted with rye. It's pronounced RY-lund. For parents drawn to names with a clear, earthy word-for-word meaning rather than an abstract one, Ryland spells it out plainly.
Meaning & Origin of Ryland
Meaning: Land planted with rye.
Origin: English (Old English ryge 'rye' + land 'land').
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ryland
RY-lundIPA /ˈraɪlənd/
Popularity of Ryland
Ryland reached its peak popularity in 2013 at #407, with 727 boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #729, with 359 babies named Ryland — less than half the count of its peak year.
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FAQ
What does the name Ryland mean?
Land planted with rye. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ryland?
Ryland is pronounced RY-lund (IPA: /ˈraɪlənd/).
Is Ryland a popular name right now?
Ryland peaked at #407 in 2013 and is ranked #729 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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