Rylie
Rylie is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Courageous, valiant, or rye clearing.
Origin and history
Rylie is a modern spelling variant of the unisex Irish name Riley, which derives from the surname O'Raghallaigh. Historically meaning 'courageous' or 'valiant', it gained traction in the United States during the late 20th century. Although more frequently given to girls, it remains a consistent unisex choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,214 babies in the United States have been named Rylie since 1880. It ranks #3484 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1803.
States where it is most popular
- TX (42 %)
- CA (32.1 %)
- FL (3.7 %)
- MN (3.7 %)
- AZ (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 163 |
| 2000-2010 | 558 |
| 2010-2019 | 364 |
| 2020-2029 | 124 |
Fun facts
- Rylie is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Raghallaigh, meaning descendant of Raghallach.
- The '-lie' suffix represents a contemporary spelling variation of the traditional Riley or Reilly.