Ryder is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #133 in 2025 with 2,710 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 4,163 births ranking #98. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 2,068.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 630 boys born was named Ryder. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Ryder is a modern surname-style favourite linked to riding. It feels fast, energetic, and strongly contemporary.
The name rose with the popularity of action-oriented surnames as first names. Its appeal comes from its motion, sound, and straightforward edge.