Ryder Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYE-der / /ˈraɪ.dər/English; Old English
Meaning
cavalryman; rider
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ryder has roots in Old English, where it originally referred to a mounted warrior or cavalryman. It has gained popularity as a given name in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with a sense of adventure and freedom, reflecting its meaning related to riding. Ryder has also been used as a surname, which has contributed to its use as a first name.
Trend Summary
Ryder has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rider
International Variants
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Famous people named Ryder
Ryder Strong is an American actor known for his role as Shawn Hunter on the television series 'Boy Meets World.'.
Ryder Hesjedal is a Canadian professional cyclist who won the Giro d'Italia in 2012.
Fictional characters named Ryder
Ryder is a character in the animated series 'PAW Patrol,' serving as the leader of the team.
Ryder is a character in the video game series 'Mass Effect,' known for his role as a Pathfinder.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ryder was first seen in the United States in 1960. Ryder has ranked as high as #161 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ryder has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ryder (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 246 | |
| TX | 210 | |
| FL | 178 | |
| OH | 112 | |
| GA | 98 | |
| NC | 98 | |
| TN | 97 | |
| PA | 92 | |
| NY | 87 | |
| MI | 79 | |
| IL | 73 | |
| MO | 73 | |
| AL | 65 | |
| AZ | 61 | |
| KY | 59 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 73 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 135 |
| 1995 | 143 |
| 1996 | 125 |
| 1997 | 181 |
| 1998 | 155 |
| 1999 | 162 |
| 2000 | 203 |
| 2001 | 174 |
| 2002 | 246 |
| 2003 | 305 |
| 2004 | 832 |
| 2005 | 1,110 |
| 2006 | 1,346 |
| 2007 | 1,755 |
| 2008 | 1,936 |
| 2009 | 2,720 |
| 2010 | 2,966 |
| 2011 | 3,710 |
| 2012 | 3,819 |
| 2013 | 3,790 |
| 2014 | 4,113 |
| 2015 | 4,163 |
| 2016 | 3,893 |
| 2017 | 3,268 |
| 2018 | 3,014 |
| 2019 | 3,324 |
| 2020 | 3,377 |
| 2021 | 3,430 |
| 2022 | 3,321 |
| 2023 | 2,834 |
| 2024 | 2,694 |