Ryder

Ryder is a English boy's name. An English occupational name meaning "horseman" or "messenger". Its active sound has an energetic, adventurous quality.

How popular is Ryder in the United States?

In 2024, 2,694 boys in the United States were named Ryder, making it the 134th most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 95th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 2015, with 4,296 births.

Records for Ryder go back to 1960, and 66,224 babies have been given the name since.

What Ryder means and where it comes from

An English occupational name meaning "horseman" or "messenger". Its active sound has an energetic, adventurous quality.

Ryder is of English origin, described as modern in style.

Is Ryder a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Ryder went to 172 girls and 2,694 boys — 94% boys.

That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning male.

Sibling name ideas for Ryder

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ryder mean?

An English occupational name meaning "horseman" or "messenger". Its active sound has an energetic, adventurous quality.

Where does the name Ryder come from?

Ryder is of English origin, and is usually described as modern in style.

How popular is Ryder in the United States?

In 2024, 2,694 boys in the United States were named Ryder, making it the 134th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Ryder a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Ryder went to 172 girls and 2,694 boys — 94% boys. That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning male.

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