Ridley
boy name#2077 in 2025Ridley entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1733 in 2018, ranks #2077 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#2077
rank today
#1733
peak (2018)
71
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2972 |
| 1920s | #3921 |
| 1930s | #3147 |
| 1940s | #3115 |
| 1950s | #3454 |
| 1980s | #6721 |
| 1990s | #8408 |
| 2000s | #4646 |
| 2010s | #2167 |
| 2020s | #1997 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ridley has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Ridley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ridley is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ridley in 2025?
- Ridley ranks #2077 among US boy names in 2025, with 71 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ridley most popular?
- Ridley peaked in 2018, reaching #1733 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ridley with classmates?
- Ridley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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