Ryder
Ryder is a boys' name of English origin meaning “Knight, mounted warrior, or horseman.” It ranked #132 in the United States in 2025. From an Old English occupational surname for a mounted warrior or knight.
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how do you pronounce Ryder?
RY-dur
where does the name Ryder come from?
An English surname, from a word for one who rides.
It crossed over as a given name in the early 2000s and has remained consistently popular, projecting a rugged, adventurous image.
how popular is this name?
Ryder has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 32 years since 1994. It peaked at #95 in 2014, and ranked #132 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #132 |
| 2024 | #134 |
| 2023 | #128 |
| 2022 | #115 |
| 2021 | #111 |
| 2020 | #108 |
| 2019 | #116 |
| 2018 | #131 |
| 2017 | #122 |
| 2016 | #102 |
| 2014 | #95 |
| 2010 | #135 |
| 2000 | #796 |
| 1994 | #950 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Ryder fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Ryder
Its use as a first name is fairly recent.
what are the nicknames and variants of Ryder?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
who are famous people named Ryder?
- Ryder (PAW Patrol, fictional)
what names are similar to Ryder?
what names go well with Ryder?
Sibling names that share Ryder's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Ryder
What does the name Ryder mean?
Ryder means “Knight, mounted warrior, or horseman”.
What is the origin of the name Ryder?
Ryder comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Rider and Ryda.
How popular is the name Ryder?
Ryder ranked #132 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2014, at #95, and it has spent 32 years in the top 1,000 since 1994.
Is Ryder a boy or girl name?
Ryder is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Ryder?
Ryder is pronounced RY-dur, with 2 syllables.
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