Riker Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYE-ker / /ˈraɪ.kər/English; Dutch
Meaning
English: rich; Dutch: strong
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Riker is derived from the surname, which has roots in the Old Norse name 'Ríkr', meaning 'rich'. In Dutch, it is associated with the word 'rijk', meaning 'strong' or 'wealthy', reflecting a sense of power and prosperity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Riker
- Ryker
International Variants
- Rijk (Dutch)
- Riker (German)
Famous people named Riker
Riker Lynch — musician and actor.
Fictional characters named Riker
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Riker was first seen in the United States in 1991. Riker has ranked as high as #1299 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Washington, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Riker has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Riker (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 76 |
| 2015 | 95 |
| 2016 | 95 |
| 2017 | 80 |
| 2018 | 74 |
| 2019 | 81 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 80 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 79 |
| 2024 | 69 |