Ryder
The name Ryder is of Old English origins and it is a name that can be used for either gender. It used to be given as an occupational name, as the meaning of Ryder refers to a ‘horseman’ or ‘someone who rides’. The name also has a variant spelling that is written as Rider but this is not as commonly found. This is also a name with spiritual meanings, as the name can also mean ‘collective consciousness’ or 'faith upon God'. There are a number of famous figures with the name, both fictional and real. Ryder is the hero and the protagonist in the Kazuo Ishiguro novel 'The Unconsoled'. There is also the American author Ryder Windham and the Brazilian football player Ryder Matos Santos.
Gender
Boy
Of course, this is a neutral name.
Meaning
cavalryman, messenger
Origin
British surname
Numerology
R is for realist, the way you are.
Y is for young, the years never show!
D is for dandy, a description of you!
E is for excellence, your passion, your drive.
R is for righteous, you know when you’re right.
Lucky
Ryder lucky number is 7.
The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.
Famous People Named Ryder
- Ryder Windham American novelist
- (Eric) Ryder Hesjedal Canadian cyclist
- Ryder Matos (Santos) Brazilian footballer
- Ryder Smyth Australian actor
- Ryder Richards American conceptual artist
Ryder in Pop Culture
- Ryder Scanlon character on Freeform's "Melissa & Joey"
- Ryder Lynn character on Fox's "Glee"
- Ryder Callahan character on American soap "The Young and the Restless"
- Ryder Asa Ford character on American soap "One Life to Live"
- Lance "Ryder" Wilson character in video game "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas"
