Ryoma

“dragon and wisteria” — Associated with Sakamoto Ryoma

Japan origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13784US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

75All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Ryoma mean and where does it come from?

Ryoma (竜馬) is of Japanese origin, combining the kanji for 'dragon' (竜) and 'horse' (馬). The name is notably associated with Sakamoto Ryoma, a significant figure in the Meiji Restoration, known for his role in modernizing Japan in the late 19th century. The name is quite popular in Japan and symboliz

Cultural significance

Ryoma has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japan-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dragon and wisteria.

Peak popularity

Reached #7445 in 2002 — currently #13784 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ryoma?

Ryoma works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ryoma Grace

How popular is Ryoma right now?

Rising fast — up 164 spots — currently #13784 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#13784 · Top 10%

1990

2000

2005

2010

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13784	5	▲ up 164
2022	#13948	5	▼ down 2582 · -17% births
2010	#11366	6	▲ up 949 · +20% births
2005	#12315	5	▼ down 4373 · -37% births
2000	#7942	8	▲ up 1488 · +60% births
1990	#9430	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ryoma

Best Year2000Rank #7942

Peak Count8

Average Rank#11464

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20236 years

The story of Ryoma

Ryoma is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 75 total births recorded, Ryoma remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9430 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13784 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ryoma in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Ryoma by decade

Ryoma peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	12
2000s ★	39
2010s	24

💎Ryoma has only 75 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ryoma?

Common

RyoRyomRyomieRyomy

What names sound and feel like Ryoma?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ryoma also consider these

Ryota

Japan · Cool, refreshing, thick,

Shoma

Japan · meaning is not

International · A International name

Froma

French · A French name

Loma

Spanish · Hill

Common questions about the name Ryoma

What does the name Ryoma mean?

Ryoma means "dragon and wisteria" — a name rooted in Japan tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ryoma?

Ryoma is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ryoma have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ryoma?

Ryoma originates from Japan tradition. Japan names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ryoma trending right now?

Ryoma is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ryoma a common or rare name?

Ryoma is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.