Rānyah Population 2026
Rānyah has a population of 114,173, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Sulaymaniyah. Roughly 0.2% of Iraq's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
114,173
Rank in Iraq
#41
Coordinates
36.26°N, 44.88°E
~574 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
327 km
203 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sulaymaniyah
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Sulaymaniyah | 878,146 | #9 |
| Kelar | 250,000 | #20 |
| Qeładizê | 140,688 | #34 |
| Hajiawa | 80,000 | #53 |
| Jamjamāl | 42,593 | #64 |
| Shūrash | 29,960 | #79 |
| Baynjiwayn | 27,116 | #82 |
Cities near Rānyah
FAQ
What is the population of Rānyah?
Rānyah has a population of 114,173 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is Rānyah in?
Rānyah is located in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
Is Rānyah the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 327 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.