Ryker
boy name#182 in 2025Ryker entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #122 in 2018, ranks #182 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1970–2025
#182
rank today
#122
peak (2018)
2,003
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4746 |
| 1980s | #4642 |
| 1990s | #1864 |
| 2000s | #793 |
| 2010s | #180 |
| 2020s | #171 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ryker has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 41,000 people named Ryker are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ryker 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 Ryker in 2025?
- Ryker ranks #182 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,003 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ryker most popular?
- Ryker peaked in 2018, reaching #122 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ryker with classmates?
- Ryker will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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