Riley
Riley is an Irish surname-turned-first-name meaning 'courageous' or 'valiant,' derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Raghallaigh.' Originally used predominantly for boys, it has ancient Celtic roots connecting to bravery and strength.
Current Popularity
#229 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Increasingly popular as a unisex name, though historically male
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across English-speaking countries
- •Works well as both a first and middle name
- •Strong athletic and outdoorsy associations
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
103,344
Total births since 1880
2006
Peak year
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