The name Ryan is of Gaelic origin and means 'little king'. Ryan was listed in the top 50 names for men in the 1990 US Census and is also a very popular surname. By 2006 it was the 14th most popular name for boys in the US, receiving its highest popularity in Delaware and Rhode Island and is particularly popular in north-eastern states. Ryan has six variant forms: Rian, Rien, Rion, Ryen, Ryon and Ryun. The first name was originally derived from an Irish surname. Famous Ryans include actors Ryan Philippe, Ryan Gosling and Ryan Reynolds, American Idol presenter Ryan Seacrest and footballer Ryan Giggs. In numerology, the name Ryan is on life path number four. This suggests you have a natural genius for planning, fixing and building. You are trustworthy, practical and down-to-earth. If you have the necessary desire and are willing to work for it, you can achieve enormous success, prestige and fame. They have the ability to take orders and carry them out with dedication and perseverance. They will always demand as much from themselves as they do from others, perhaps even more. Willpower can often be mistaken for stubbornness. Decisions will always be carried through to the end, whether they are right or wrong. They are set in their ways and will handle things in the way they feel they should be handled. They are often excellent planners and organisers because of an ability to view things in a practical way using common sense. This stems from a strong desire to be a perfectionist. Loyal and devoted, they will make the best of any marriage and will always be a good provider. Friends will be few in number but close friendships will be formed, and these friendships will likely last a lifetime.
