Riker
RY-ker
Popularity
#2145
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
1,208
Peak Year
#95 in 2015
First Recorded
1991
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Riker is a surname of Dutch and German origin, meaning 'rich' or 'powerful ruler'. It has gained popularity as a given name.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Jonathan Frakes
Actor who played Commander Riker in Star Trek.
Riker
Fictional character, Commander in Star Trek: The Next Generation.
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