Had his first name legally changed to Ryback Allen Reeves.
As a kid, friends would nickname the Intercontinental Champion 'Silverback', due to his muscular frame resembling that of a gorilla. He combined that with part of his real name - Ryan Reeves - to create the intimidating moniker we all know today.
Reeves was forced to take a long break to undergo several ankle surgeries. He returned as Ryback in 2012, and embarked upon a 38-match unbeaten streak.
Upon joining FCW in late 2008, Ryback formed a formidable tag team with future WWE Champion Sheamus.
In OVW he was even given a single red contact lens to add to the non-human effect of his persona.