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Updated November 23, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Riley

  • Gender: Neutral
  • Origin: Irish
  • Meaning: Descendant Of Roghallach
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What is the meaning of the name Riley?

The name Riley is primarily a gender-neutral name of Irish origin that means Descendant Of Roghallach.

Literally means "From the Rye Clearing."

Different Spellings of the name Riley:

Ryleigh, Ryley, Rileigh

People who like the name Riley also like:

Liam, Mason, Landon, Connor, Owen, Ethan, Jackson, Ava, Charlotte, Lily, Olivia, Chloe, Emma, Ella

Names like Riley:

Reuel, Reilly, Rahul, Rollo, Raul, Rylee, Rahela, Royal, Riel, Rylie

Celebrity Babies with this Name:

Riley William Fisher - son of Jordan Fisher and Ellie Fisher , born 2022
Riley Sabara - son of Meghan Trainor and Daryl Sabara , born 2021
Riley Elijah Craddock - son of Brian Craddock and Holli Craddock , born 2009
Coco Riley Arquette - daughter of David Arquette and Courtney Cox , born 2004

Stats for the Name Riley

checkmark Riley is currently #13 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Riley is currently #39 in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Riley:

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1. Potential confusion with other similar names such as Riley or Raelynn.
2. Difficulty in spelling and pronunciation for some people.
3. Possibility of being mistaken for a gender-neutral name, leading to misunderstandings or assumptions.
4. Limited historical or cultural significance compared to more traditional names.
5. Trendiness of the name may result in it becoming less unique or distinctive over time.