Find out how popular the first name Ryker has been for the last 39 years (from 1985 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ryker by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Ryker is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Ryker being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 1,976 male babies and 31 female babies born with the name Ryker.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 31 baby girls were named Ryker in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Ryker

The name Ryker is a relatively modern name with origins that can be traced back to the late 20th century. It is believed to have originated as a variant of the Dutch surname Rijker, which means "rich" or "wealthy" in English.

The earliest known record of Ryker as a given name dates back to the late 1970s in the United States. It is thought to have been initially used as a masculine given name, perhaps inspired by its connection to the Dutch word rijker.

While there are no known historical figures or references to the name Ryker in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in North America.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Ryker was Ryker Gracie, a Brazilian-American martial artist and member of the renowned Gracie family of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. He was born in 1983 and has competed in various mixed martial arts competitions.

Another notable individual with the name Ryker is Ryker Kavanaugh, an American actor and model born in 1995. He has appeared in several television shows and films, including "The Walking Dead" and "Ozark."

In the world of sports, Ryker Mathias is a Canadian professional ice hockey player born in 1998. He currently plays in the American Hockey League (AHL) for the Manitoba Moose.

Ryker Ryu is a Japanese-American professional wrestler and actor born in 1981. He has performed in several independent wrestling promotions and has also appeared in television shows and films.

Ryker Gamble is an American singer and songwriter born in 1998. He gained popularity on social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok, where he shares his original music and covers.

While the name Ryker is relatively new and its origins are not deeply rooted in history, it has gained a following among parents seeking unique and modern names for their children.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Ryker was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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