Ritter
boy nameRitter entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #5318 in 2016, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#5318
peak (2016)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9265 |
| 2000s | #8310 |
| 2010s | #9104 |
| 2020s | #9957 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Ritter are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ritter is a kid of about 10 — 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 Ritter in 2025?
- Ritter is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ritter most popular?
- Ritter peaked in 2016, reaching #5318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ritter with classmates?
- Ritter will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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