Ryu
Ryu is a boys' name of Japanese origin meaning “Dragon, or flowing water.” A Japanese given name written with kanji such as 龍 (dragon) or 流 (flow, stream).
how do you pronounce Ryu?
REW (one syllable)
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what does Ryu mean?
The name Ryu means “Dragon, or flowing water.” It comes from the Japanese language tradition.
A Japanese given name written with kanji such as 龍 (dragon) or 流 (flow, stream). Ryu is globally recognized as the hero of Capcom's Street Fighter video game series, making it one of the most recognizable Japanese names in gaming culture.
who are famous people named Ryu?
- Ryu (Street Fighter, fictional)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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