Ryo is a name of Japanese origin, derived from the character 了, which means 'to finish' or 'accomplish'. It is often used as both a given name and a surname in Japan. The name Ryo has gained international popularity due to its simplicity and uniqueness. In Japanese culture, names are often chosen for their meaning, and Ryo embodies the concept of completion or achievement. This name has been popular among parents looking for meaningful yet distinct names for their children.
The name Ryo experienced significant popularity fluctuations from 1975 to 2023, with a total of 717 births recorded across these years. The popularity peaked in the late 80s and early 90s, with a high of 25 births in 1993 and 24 births in both 1995 and 1998. However, the number of births has been declining since the mid-90s, reaching an all-time low of 11 births in 2017. Recent years have seen a slight increase, with 20 births recorded in 2020 and 17 births each in 2021 and 2022.