Ryder is a unisex name of English origin. It is derived from an occupational surname which originally referred to someone who rode or drove a horse-drawn vehicle, such as a messenger or a carrier. The name has become increasingly popular as a first name in recent years, particularly in the United States and Canada. Famous people with the name Ryder include actor Winona Ryder and professional golfer Sam Ryder.
Ryder rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 107. Micah
- Rank 108. Kayden
- Rank 109. Gael
- Rank 110. River
- Rank 111. Ryder
- Rank 112. Kingston
- Rank 113. Damian
- Rank 114. Sawyer
- Rank 115. Luka
Nicknames for Ryder
| Ry | rye | Shortened version of Ryder |
| Ryde | ryd | Alternate shortened version of Ryder |
| Ry-man | ry-man | Adding 'man' to the end of a name is a common nickname convention |
| Ryder-doo | rye-dur-doo | Adding '-doo' to the end of a name is a playful nickname convention |
| Ryderbug | rye-dur-bug | Adding 'bug' to the end of a name is a cute nickname convention |
| Ryderbear | rye-dur-bear | Adding 'bear' to the end of a name is a friendly nickname convention |
Famous people named Ryder
| Winona Ryder | Actress | Known for her roles in films such as Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Stranger Things. |
| Ryder Hesjedal | Cyclist | Canadian cyclist who won the Giro d'Italia in 2012. |
| Ryder Cup | Golf tournament | A biennial men's golf competition between teams from Europe and the United States. |
| Ryder Robinson | Celebrity child | Son of actors Kate Hudson and Chris Robinson. |
| Ryder Windham | Author | American science fiction author known for his work in the Star Wars universe. |
| Ryder Jones | Baseball player | American professional baseball player currently in the San Francisco Giants organization. |
| Ryder Matos | Footballer | Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Crotone in Italy. |
| Ryder System, Inc. | Logistics company | American transportation and logistics company founded in 1933. |
Fictional character called Ryder from pop culture
| Ryder | PAW Patrol | A young boy who leads a pack of search and rescue dogs in the animated series PAW Patrol. |
| Ryder | G.I. Joe | A member of the G.I. Joe team who specializes in motorcycle operations. |
| Ryder | Mass Effect | A character in the Mass Effect video game series who is a member of the Systems Alliance Navy. |
| Ryder | Destiny | A character in the Destiny video game series who is a member of the Vanguard and a leader of the Guardians. |
| Ryder | Grand Theft Auto V | A minor character in the Grand Theft Auto V video game who is a member of the motorcycle gang, The Lost MC. |
| Ryder | Borderlands 2 | A boss character in the Borderlands 2 video game who is a bandit leader and a former member of the Crimson Lance. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ryder
| What is the meaning of the name Ryder? | The name Ryder is of English origin and means 'cavalryman' or 'messenger'. |
| Is Ryder a popular name? | Yes, Ryder has been gaining popularity in recent years. It ranked as the 119th most popular name for boys in the United States in 2020. |
| What are some famous people with the name Ryder? | Some famous people with the name Ryder include actor Winona Ryder and professional golfer Sam Ryder. |
| Is Ryder a unisex name? | While traditionally used for boys, Ryder has become a gender-neutral name in recent years. |
| What are some similar names to Ryder? | Similar names to Ryder include Rider, Ryker, and Ryder-James. |