Ridley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRID-lee / /ˈrɪdli/English; Old English
Meaning
reed clearing; from the red meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Ridley is of English origin, derived from Old English elements 'ryd' meaning 'reed' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It is also associated with the historical Ridley family in England, known for their contributions to local governance and land ownership.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ridleigh
- Riddley
International Variants
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Famous people named Ridley
Ridley Scott — renowned film director.
Fictional characters named Ridley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ridley was first seen in the United States in 2002. Ridley has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Ridley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ridley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 72 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 84 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 124 |
| 2019 | 111 |
| 2020 | 101 |
| 2021 | 98 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 107 |
| 2024 | 103 |