The baby name Ryu is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced Japanese: /rʲɯː/ (ryū); common English approximation: /rjuː/ ("RYOO").
Ryu is Japanese in Origin.
The baby name Ryu is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced Japanese: /rʲɯː/ (ryū); common English approximation: /rjuː/ ("RYOO").
Ryu is Japanese in Origin.
Ryu is a Japanese given name formed from the kanji 竜/龍 “dragon,” or alternatively 流 “flow; current.” It may be written in kana as リュウ or りゅう and is pronounced “ryoo” (long u). Long-vowel spellings include Ryū (macron) and Ryuu; Ryu is the most common international form. Traditionally masculine, it now sees occasional unisex use.
The dragon character has appeared in boys’ names since premodern Japan and remains popular, with late 20th–21st century visibility boosted by pop culture, notably Street Fighter’s Ryu. Frequent compound variants include Ryūji, Ryūta, Ryūnosuke, Ryūhei, Ryūma, and Ryūsei; short form Ryū/Ryuu also occurs. Semantically related forms abroad are Chinese Long/Lung and Korean Yong, while the Korean surname Ryu is etymologically separate. Meanings center on strength, auspicious power, or fluid movement, depending on kanji choice.
| Ryuichi Sakamoto Ryuichi Sakamoto was a Japanese musician and composer, best known for his work in the electronic music group Yellow Magic Orchestra and his film scores. He composed the music for films like 'The Last Emperor' and 'Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence'. His innovative approach to music blended traditional Japanese sounds with electronic elements. | Ryu Jun-yeol Ryu Jun-yeol is a South Korean actor best known for his role in the popular TV drama 'Reply 1988'. He has also starred in films like 'A Taxi Driver' and 'The King'. Born in 1986, Ryu has become a prominent figure in the South Korean entertainment industry. | Ryu Hwa-young Ryu Hwa-young is a South Korean actress and former member of the girl group T-ara. She is best known for her role in the television series 'Mad Dog' and 'My Father is Strange'. Born in 1993, she transitioned from music to acting and has gained recognition in the South Korean entertainment industry. |
| Ryu Hyo-young Ryu Hyo-young is a South Korean actress best known for her role in the television series 'School 2013'. Born in 1993, she initially gained fame as a member of the girl group Coed School and later pursued a successful acting career. | Ryūnosuke Kamiki Ryūnosuke Kamiki is a talented Japanese actor, best known for his role in the film 'Your Name' where he voiced the character Taki Tachibana. He has also appeared in 'The Great Yokai War' and 'Howl's Moving Castle'. Born in 1993, Kamiki has been acting since childhood and continues to captivate audiences with his performances. | Ryu Hye-young Ryu Hye-young is a South Korean actor best known for her role as Sung Bo-ra in the popular television series 'Reply 1988'. Born in 1991, she has also appeared in films like 'My Dictator' and 'The Youth'. Her performances have made her a recognizable face in South Korean entertainment. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KR | 0 | #8 | 1 | 201 | |
| KR | Boys | 0 | #23 | 5 | 897 |
| BN | 0 | #32 | 1 | 2,297 | |
| JP | 0 | #69 | 9 | 4,057 | |
| PH | 0 | #109 | 2 | 5,607 | |
| KW | 0 | #121 | 1 | 5,216 | |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #131 | 7 | 1,769 |
| ID | Boys | 0 | #133 | 3 | 4,130 |
| BN | Boys | 0 | #135 | 5 | 6,332 |
| JO | 0 | #140 | 1 | 2,158 | |
| BW | Boys | 0 | #154 | 1 | 4,685 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #187 | 115 | 7,909 |
| LU | Girls | 0 | #190 | 1 | 4,850 |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 4,970 |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #231 | 4 | 5,842 |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #232 | 10 | 7,111 |
| BD | 0 | #241 | 1 | 5,992 | |
| EC | Boys | 0 | #246 | 1 | 3,322 |
| JP | Girls | 0 | #246 | 6 | 6,592 |
| SG | 0 | #280 | 3 | 11,010 | |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #286 | 21 | 2,588 |
| TW | Girls | 0 | #289 | 1 | 8,139 |
| SA | 0 | #312 | 1 | 10,560 | |
| MY | 0 | #317 | 14 | 12,352 | |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #326 | 6 | 9,639 |
| PE | 0 | #328 | 2 | 6,350 | |
| GT | 0 | #338 | 1 | 5,948 | |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #340 | 1 | 6,459 |
| CZ | Girls | 0 | #351 | 1 | 5,378 |
| HK | 0 | #353 | 5 | 8,483 | |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #361 | 1 | 8,138 |
| PL | Girls | 0 | #364 | 1 | 5,096 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #366 | 18 | 11,440 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #368 | 2 | 8,477 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #381 | 1 | 7,951 |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #384 | 4 | 2,865 |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #389 | 1 | 7,057 |
| YE | 0 | #398 | 1 | 8,639 | |
| EG | 0 | #412 | 1 | 6,387 | |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #412 | 2 | 5,922 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| CL | 0 | #432 | 3 | 6,867 | |
| MX | 0 | #444 | 2 | 8,339 | |
| ZA | 0 | #474 | 1 | 14,421 | |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #481 | 3 | 7,628 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #488 | 40 | 12,905 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #504 | 2 | 9,305 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #508 | 3 | 10,188 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #521 | 3 | 11,913 |
| IQ | Girls | 0 | #525 | 1 | 11,303 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #525 | 2 | 12,621 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #536 | 1 | 6,731 |
| IR | Girls | 0 | #545 | 1 | 8,334 |
| LY | 0 | #559 | 1 | 12,703 | |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #560 | 2 | 19,177 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #560 | 2 | 10,655 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #565 | 1 | 10,162 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #575 | 1 | 12,054 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #582 | 11 | 9,244 |
| BH | 0 | #585 | 3 | 17,937 | |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #596 | 2 | 20,968 |
| BD | Boys | 0 | #605 | 1 | 10,045 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #625 | 1 | 10,983 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #626 | 7 | 18,916 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #638 | 28 | 13,390 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #649 | 2 | 16,104 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #661 | 37 | 17,960 |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #691 | 7 | 13,071 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #740 | 4 | 18,093 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #741 | 11 | 12,213 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #768 | 125 | 7,044 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #803 | 4 | 18,755 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #846 | 33 | 14,506 |
| TN | 0 | #863 | 3 | 13,765 | |
| United States | Girls | 2022 | #899 | 5 | 8,739 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #902 | 19 | 15,656 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #908 | 8 | 14,098 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #910 | 21 | 5,610 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #911 | 202 | 25,439 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #914 | 5 | 17,948 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #923 | 3 | 15,035 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #934 | 49 | 16,355 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #940 | 13 | 5,697 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #961 | 34 | 24,821 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #1,000 | 2 | 16,906 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,006 | 9 | 25,931 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,007 | 3 | 14,742 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,008 | 3 | 14,861 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,038 | 2 | 16,750 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,080 | 13 | 22,615 |
| MA | 0 | #1,115 | 14 | 20,986 | |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,148 | 5 | 16,140 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,162 | 15 | 20,130 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,201 | 11 | 19,440 | |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,261 | 7 | 17,781 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,265 | 8 | 25,619 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,438 | 34 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,580 | 35 | 28,008 |
Ryu is popular in 61 countries — most recent births per country:
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