Riker

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
As aforementioned, Riker means "powerful ruler" or "brave ruler." This is due to its Old Norse origin and reflects strength, power, and determination.
Pronunciation
RIE-kər
Riker is pronounced as "RY-ker"
Popularity
Riker is not one of the most popular names in the world. It is mostly used in the United States as a boy's name. Its popularity rank is low, and thus it is considered one of the unique names to give your child.

cartoon of the name Riker
Cartoon of Riker

Riker Name meanings & History

Riker is an English name that is derived from the Old Norse name Rikiar or Rikharðr. It means "powerful ruler" or "brave ruler.". As aforementioned, Riker means "powerful ruler" or "brave ruler." This is due to its Old Norse origin and reflects strength, power, and determination. Pet form of Richard, possibly Dutch. William Riker was a character in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Riker's Island is New York City's largest jail, named after Abraham Rycken.Also a variant of Ryker. Known bearers of this name include the Jamaican sprinter Riker Hylton (1988-), and American singer and actor Riker Lynch (1991-). Riker is used mostly as a boy's name, but it can also be used for girls. It is often used as a first name or a middle name.

Zodiac Sign of Riker: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Riker:

R: Reason,Resourceful,Restless,Rational

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

K: Kundalini,Karma,Kind,Karate

E: Exaggerate,Enliven,Environment,Enlighten,Expressive,Entertain

Riker is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Rough name
  • a Simple name

2.) Riker (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: (American) a form of Ryker.


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