Ryder: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced RY-der · 2 syllables
Ryder means “horseman”, from English.
A given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
- Meaning
- horseman
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- RY-der
- US rank (2025)
- #132
- US babies a year
- about 3,221 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
- Style
- Modern
How popular is Ryder?
Ryder was the #132 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,821 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #132 |
| England & Wales | #410 |
| Scotland | #391 |
| Canada | #287 |
| Australia | #123 |
How old are people named Ryder?
Half of US adults named Ryder are older than 20; most are between 18 and 34. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Ryder
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Ryder have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Ryder
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Ryder
What does the name Ryder mean?
Ryder means “horseman”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Ryder?
Ryder is pronounced RY-der.
How popular is the name Ryder?
Ryder was the #132 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,821 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Ryder?
Half of US adults named Ryder are older than 20. Most are between 18 and 34.