Girl name guide
Riley name meaning, origin and style
Riley is a Irish surname name commonly associated with often linked with rye clearing.
- Origin
- Irish surname
- Meaning
- often linked with rye clearing
- Say it
- RYE-lee
Choosing Riley
A friendly, modern surname-style choice used across genders.
Popularity note
Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.