Hyder (name)

Hyder is a surname and a given name.

As a surname, Hyder is of English origin, likely derived from residence near a hide or dwelling. It can also be a variation of the name Ryder.

As a given name, Hyder is more commonly found in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic name Haydar (حيدر), meaning "lion" or "brave." It is also a title of Ali, the fourth Caliph in Sunni Islam and the first Imam in Shia Islam.

The name can be spelled differently, including Haider and Hyder.