Name comparison · boy names
Ryan vs. Ryker
In 2025, Ryan leads at #99 among U.S. boys' names, with Ryker at #182. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Ryan | Ryker |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #99 | #182 |
| Babies in 2025 | 3,532 | 2,003 |
| All-time peak | #11 in 1986 | #122 in 2018 |
| Uniqueness score | 19 / 100 | 26 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Jersey (#43) | West Virginia (#36) |