This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (104 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ N
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RIAN as a word: A male given name transferred from the surname, of modern Irish usage, variant of Ryan.
RIAN has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 2, 2026.
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