Ryleigh Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationRYE-lee / /ˈraɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: rye meadow; Irish: descendant of the red-haired one
Historical & Cultural Background
Ryleigh is a modern variation of the name Riley, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used for girls, reflecting a trend towards unisex names.
Trend Summary
Ryleigh has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Riley
- Rylee
- Rylie
International Variants
- Riley (English)
- Rylie (English)
Famous people named Ryleigh
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Fictional characters named Ryleigh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ryleigh was first seen in the United States in 1986. Ryleigh has ranked as high as #324 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Ryleigh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ryleigh (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 96 | |
| TX | 89 | |
| NC | 62 | |
| FL | 52 | |
| PA | 46 | |
| NY | 46 | |
| OH | 43 | |
| AL | 43 | |
| SC | 39 | |
| TN | 37 | |
| VA | 37 | |
| MO | 35 | |
| CA | 28 | |
| LA | 26 | |
| MS | 25 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 84 |
| 1997 | 149 |
| 1998 | 166 |
| 1999 | 217 |
| 2000 | 269 |
| 2001 | 369 |
| 2002 | 560 |
| 2003 | 615 |
| 2004 | 743 |
| 2005 | 899 |
| 2006 | 1,007 |
| 2007 | 1,126 |
| 2008 | 1,289 |
| 2009 | 1,384 |
| 2010 | 1,677 |
| 2011 | 1,647 |
| 2012 | 1,713 |
| 2013 | 1,726 |
| 2014 | 1,756 |
| 2015 | 1,661 |
| 2016 | 1,890 |
| 2017 | 1,858 |
| 2018 | 1,927 |
| 2019 | 2,024 |
| 2020 | 1,760 |
| 2021 | 1,755 |
| 2022 | 1,544 |
| 2023 | 1,186 |
| 2024 | 1,037 |