Riley

Unisex

Origin: Irish · English

Pronounced: RY-lee

Meaning

“from the Irish surname Ó Raghallaigh (meaning uncertain) or English 'rye clearing'”

Source

Cultural Notes

Irish surname meaning courageous or valiant; transitioned from a mostly male name to predominantly female use in the 2000s.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 2010s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Riley

  • Riley Keough, Riley Cooper

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