Riddick vs Bud

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Riddick

Boy #6,709 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Old English

English American

8 High Risk

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Boy #6,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"brother, friend"

Origin: American English informal

American English

✓ All Clear

Riddick Rank #6,709

Bud Rank #6,573

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 vs #6709 for Riddick.

Is Riddick or Bud more popular?

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 compared to Riddick at #6709 in the United States.

What do Riddick and Bud mean?

Riddick means "powerful ruler" (Old English origin). Bud means "brother, friend" (American English informal origin).

Are Riddick and Bud boy or girl names?

Riddick is primarily a boy name. Bud is primarily a boy name.