Rylee: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A modern feminine spelling of Riley meaning courageous, sporty and spirited.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #99
- Peak
- #78 in 2012
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Rylee Means
Rylee is a girl name of Irish origin. A modern feminine spelling of Riley meaning courageous, sporty and spirited.
How Popular Rylee Is
Rylee currently ranks #99 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #78 in 2012. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Rylee
- One of many creative spellings of Riley that emerged in the 2000s.
- The -ee ending gives it a distinctly feminine feel.
- Part of the broader Riley/Rylee/Ryleigh family of names.
Names Like Rylee
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Rylee
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Rylee.
Questions About Rylee
What does Rylee mean?
Rylee is a girl name of Irish origin. A modern feminine spelling of Riley meaning courageous, sporty and spirited.
How popular is Rylee?
Rylee currently ranks #99 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #78 in 2012. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Rylee come from?
Rylee comes from Irish roots. One of many creative spellings of Riley that emerged in the 2000s.
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