Riker
boy name#2676 in 2025Riker entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #1657 in 2015, ranks #2676 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
#2676
rank today
#1657
peak (2015)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6345 |
| 2000s | #6250 |
| 2010s | #2406 |
| 2020s | #2099 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Riker has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Riker are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Riker is a kid of about 8 — 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 Riker in 2025?
- Riker ranks #2676 among US boy names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Riker most popular?
- Riker peaked in 2015, reaching #1657 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Riker with classmates?
- Riker will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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