Son of Ryer
An English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Ryer'. The name Ryer is a variant of the Dutch name Reijers or the Germanic name Richard, which signifies a powerful ruler.
Less common today
Ryerson isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,041 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian educator and politician for whom Ryerson University was named
