Ryker
Ryker is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Rich or powerful.
Origin and history
Ryker is derived from a Dutch and Low German surname related to the word for rich or powerful. It surged in popularity in the United States starting in the 2000s, partially influenced by pop culture and the trend toward strong, consonant-heavy boys' names. Today, it stands as a trendy modern favorite across the country.
Popularity in the United States
41,204 babies in the United States have been named Ryker since 1880. It ranks #563 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #170.
States where it is most popular
- TX (6.6 %)
- UT (6 %)
- CA (5.2 %)
- OH (4 %)
- MO (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 16 |
| 1980-1990 | 48 |
| 1990-2000 | 623 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,488 |
| 2010-2019 | 23,879 |
| 2020-2029 | 13,150 |
Nicknames
Ry
Fun facts
- The surname became familiar to American audiences through the character William Riker in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'.
- Ryker entered mainstream U.S. popularity in the early 2000s and quickly rose into the top 200 most popular boys' names.