Name comparison
Ryan vs Thomas
Thomas is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Ryan | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 939,755 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #26 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,513 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (97.2%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 939,755 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Thomas has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 940k for Ryan - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Ryan originates from unknown origins. Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ryan or Thomas more popular?
Thomas is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,399,807 estimated living bearers compared to 939,755 for Ryan. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Thomas.
What is the difference in origin between Ryan and Thomas?
Ryan originates from unknown sources. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Ryan and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Ryan and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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