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Riley

female

Meaning

"Valiant"

Riley is an Irish-derived surname name with meanings linked to valour, now widely used for all genders.

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Popularity History of Riley

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#42Top 50

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#42

Riley was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
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better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Riley Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Riley.

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Riles
Nickname
Rye
Nickname

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Baby Name Lists That Include Riley

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Quick Facts

OriginIrish, English
Syllables2
Length5 letters

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