Unknown; likely a modern variant of Riddick
Riddik is a contemporary spelling variant of the surname-turned-given name Riddick. While its exact etymology is debated, it is often associated with the Middle English word 'red-dik', referring to a ditch or dyke, or potentially linked to the name Benedict. It gained significant pop culture visibility through the science fiction franchise 'The Chronicles of Riddick'.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Riddik in 2025.
Anti-hero protagonist and skilled warrior · The Chronicles of Riddick
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
