Riley
UnisexOrigin: Irish · English
Pronounced: RY-lee
Meaning
“from the Irish surname Ó Raghallaigh (meaning uncertain) or English 'rye clearing'”
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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