Raylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raylee is a modern English name created by combining Ray and the suffix -lee, suggesting meanings related to royalty or counsel. It emerged from names like Ray and has evolved through various forms. Raylee does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a fashionable choice. The name is viewed positively in contemporary culture, and while there are no widely known individuals with this name, it reflects a trend towards unique names.
The name Raylee is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Raylee has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Raylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15172nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14787th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11496th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1693rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1087th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Raylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Raylee is a modern name that combines elements from the name Ray and the suffix -lee. The name Ray can be derived from the Old French 'rei' meaning 'king' or from the Old German 'ragal' meaning 'counsel.' The -lee suffix is often added to create feminine forms.
Meaning
A name that can be associated with royalty or counsel.
Language Evolution
Ray, Rae, Rayleigh, Raylee
Historical Usage
Raylee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Rae, Rayleigh, Raleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Raylee is perceived as a modern, youthful name that is often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raylee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Raylee"
"Raylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15172nd of 16616 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11921st of 24088 | 58 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14787th of 23106 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11496th of 27321 | 74 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1693rd of 35406 | 1,898 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1087th of 30306 | 2,864 |
Regional Popularity of "Raylee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Raylee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.73% 1637th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
16.25% 1188th/7313 |
41.15% 3071st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.88% 1031st/3984 |
58.17% 2610th/4487 |
11.52% 786th/6822 |
23.71% 1488th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raylee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.