Find out how popular the last name Ryden is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ryden.

Ryden, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ryden surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ryden in America

Ryden is the 24762nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ryden surname appeared 1,006 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ryden.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ryden to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ryden

The surname Ryden has its roots in Sweden, dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old Swedish word "ryd," which means a clearing or a small farm. The name was originally used to identify people who lived on or worked at such clearings or small farms.

In the medieval period, the name appeared in various forms, such as Rydhir, Rydher, and Rydare. These variations were likely due to regional dialects and the evolution of the language over time. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Swedish Census Book of 1535, where a man named Olof Ryden is listed as a resident of Västergötland province.

The Ryden surname has a strong connection to the rural areas of central and southern Sweden, particularly the regions of Småland, Östergötland, and Västergötland. Several place names in these areas, such as Rydaholm and Rydboholm, are believed to have influenced the formation of the surname.

One notable bearer of the name was Erik Ryden, a Swedish soldier who fought in the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). He was born in 1602 in Småland and gained recognition for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Another individual of historical significance was Johanna Ryden, a prominent figure in the Swedish temperance movement of the 19th century. Born in 1832 in Östergötland, she dedicated her life to advocating for sobriety and social reform.

In the realm of academia, Carl Ryden (1879-1952) was a distinguished Swedish linguist and professor at Uppsala University. His contributions to the study of Old Norse and Germanic languages were widely recognized.

Magdalena Ryden (1890-1972), a Swedish artist and sculptor, gained acclaim for her expressive works depicting scenes from rural life and Nordic mythology. Her sculptures can be found in various public spaces across Sweden.

Lastly, Lars Ryden (1926-2018) was a Swedish businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the fields of education and medical research. He founded the Ryden Foundation, which supports various charitable initiatives.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the Ryden surname throughout history, each leaving their mark in different areas of Swedish society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ryden

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ryden.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ryden was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ryden has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

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

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