Ryder vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryder

Boy #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"horseman, knight"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Ryder Rank #134

Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #134 for Ryder.

Is Ryder or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Ryder at #134 in the United States.

What do Ryder and Theo mean?

Ryder means "horseman, knight" (Old English origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Ryder and Theo boy or girl names?

Ryder is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.