How Many People Are Named Ryder?
Complete statistics for the name Ryder: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ryder, a rare male name with roots in English surnames, stands out among 65,602 people in the US today, making up 1 in 5,030 Americans. Its popularity peaked in 2015 with 4,296 births, cementing its status as a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and a quest for knowledge.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 66,224 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: 2015Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ryder Through the Generations
Ryder, a name that's seen a surge in popularity over recent decades, reflects a shift towards unique and meaningful choices in modern naming trends. With 65,602 individuals bearing this name in the US, it's clear that parents are drawn to its strong, distinctive sound. The majority of those named Ryder are under 30, indicating that it's a name favored by younger generations, with only 1,035 aged between 30 and 60 and just 13 over 60, showcasing its modern appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ryder's English surname used as a first name roots
📄 About the Name Ryder
How Many People Have the Name Ryder?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13,874 people in the United States currently share the name Ryder. That works out to roughly 1 in every 23,890 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Ryder a Common or Rare Name?
Ryder is classified as 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 Ryder Mean?
Ryder means "English occupational surname (one who rides)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ryder in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.
When Was Ryder Most Popular?
The name Ryder reached peak popularity in 2015, with 4,296 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Ryder?
Approximately 13,874 people named Ryder live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13,874. That works out to roughly 1 in 23,890 Americans.
Is Ryder a rare name?
Ryder is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 23,890 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ryder mean?
Ryder means "English occupational surname (one who rides)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.
Is Ryder more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Ryder are male and 4% are female.
When was Ryder most popular?
Ryder peaked in 2015 with 4,296 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.