Girl · 106th of 30,306
Rylee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
72,330
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2010
Peak Popularity Year
3,298
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Rylee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Rylee is an English name derived from the Irish surname Riley, which means 'courageous' or 'valiant'. It evolved from the Gaelic 'Ó Raghallaigh' and has seen usage as a given name since the late 20th century. It is associated with traits of bravery and is perceived as modern and trendy. Rylee has no biblical background, but it has gained popularity in contemporary times.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Rylee is derived from the surname Riley, which is of Irish origin. The surname comes from the Gaelic 'Ó Raghallaigh', meaning 'descendant of Raghallach', which is believed to mean 'courageous' or 'valiant'.
Meaning
courageous, valiant
Language Evolution
Riley (surname), Raghallaigh (Gaelic), Raghallach (Old Irish)
Historical Usage
Rylee gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards using surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Riley, Ryleigh, Rylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Rylee is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, associated with youthfulness and creativity. It has gained popularity among parents looking for unique yet approachable names.
Famous People
Rylee McCollum, American Marine, Rylee McKenzie, Australian singer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,298 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 18 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3475th of 16616 | 249 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 849th of 24088 | 3,482 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1297th of 23106 | 1,730 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1506th of 27321 | 1,540 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 167th of 35406 | 32,866 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 106th of 30306 | 32,456 |