How Many People Are Named Rydell?
Complete statistics for the name Rydell: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rydell is a very rare name with Scandinavian roots, likely meaning "one who rides" or referring to a clearing in the land. There are only about 384 people living in the US with this name, which means roughly 1 in 860,418 Americans share it. It's been slowly declining since its peak of 17 births in 1960.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 4 represents stability, discipline, and hard work. It's associated with people who build solid foundations and approach life with practical determination and reliability.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 38All 412 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1960Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rydell Through the Generations
Rydell tells an interesting generational story that's clearly centered in the mid-20th century. The name hit its peak in 1960 with 17 births, a year when rock and roll culture was booming and Bobby Rydell was a household name. With only 412 total births recorded in the US, every data point matters. Today, the average bearer is about 38 years old, and the age distribution paints a vivid picture: 52% of people named Rydell are between 30 and 60, making up the core group of 217 individuals. There are 127 under the age of 30, showing the name hasn't completely disappeared from nurseries, though it's certainly winding down. Just 68 bearers are over 60, which confirms this wasn't a pre-war favorite. Globally, it's ranked #458,892 with around 360 living bearers worldwide. That puts it squarely in "ultra-rare" territory. It's a name that sits between classic and modern, carrying a mid-century cool factor that doesn't feel outdated but also isn't trendy. The slow decline suggests it may settle into true obscurity soon.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rydell's Swedish roots
📄 About the Name Rydell
How Many People Have the Name Rydell?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 892 people in the United States currently share the name Rydell. That works out to roughly 1 in every 371,580 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Rydell a Common or Rare Name?
Rydell is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rydell Mean?
Rydell means "Rye valley or clearing" and comes from Swedish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rydell in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Rydell Most Popular?
The name Rydell reached peak popularity in 1960, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rydell?
Approximately 892 people named Rydell live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 892. That works out to roughly 1 in 371,580 Americans.
Is Rydell a rare name?
Rydell is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 371,580 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rydell mean?
Rydell means "Rye valley or clearing" and comes from Swedish origins.
Is Rydell more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Rydell are male and 0% are female.
When was Rydell most popular?
Rydell peaked in 1960 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.