Ryle Boy
Origin(s)
Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'courageous'; English: 'from the rye field'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ryle is derived from the Irish name Ríomhaire, which means 'courageous' or 'valiant'. It is also linked to the English word for a type of grain, rye, suggesting a connection to agricultural roots. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its modern usage reflects a trend towards unique and less traditional names for boys.
Trend Summary
Ryle has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Riley, Miles, Cyrus, Ryder, Rylan, Ronan, Rocco, Rex
Variants
- Ryley
- Riley
International Variants
- Ryle (English)
Famous people named Ryle
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Fictional characters named Ryle
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ryle was first seen in the United States in 1976. Ryle has ranked as high as #1347 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Ryle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ryle (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 26 |