Stryker
Stryker is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
One who strikes, or a measurer of grain.
Origin and history
Stryker originates as an English occupational or topographical surname derived from the Middle English word for a striker or measurer of grain. In recent years, it has gained traction in the United States as an edgy modern given name. Its usage reflects a broader American trend of adopting strong, occupational surnames for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,599 babies in the United States have been named Stryker since 1880. It ranks #3159 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1535.
States where it is most popular
- TX (31.5 %)
- OK (18.4 %)
- CA (12.5 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
- UT (5.5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 254 |
| 2010-2019 | 900 |
| 2020-2029 | 393 |
Fun facts
- The name original referred to an official who measured grain using a strike-stick.
- It has seen increased interest in the United States as parents favor bold, action-oriented surname choices.