Rhylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rhylee is a modern English name that evolved from the Irish name Riley, which means 'courageous' or 'valiant'. Its historical roots trace back to Old Irish and Gaelic origins. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as a trendy choice today. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it is often recognized for its unique and contemporary appeal.
The name Rhylee is most popular in Louisiana, 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, Rhylee has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Rhylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8895th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6584th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3142nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1630th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rhylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rhylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Rhylee is a contemporary variation of the name Riley, which has Irish origins. The name Riley itself comes from the Gaelic 'O'Raghallaigh' meaning 'descendant of Raghallach', and it has also been used as a place name in Ireland.
Meaning
Courageous, valiant
Language Evolution
Raghallach (Old Irish), Raghallaigh (Middle Irish), Riley (Modern English), Rhylee (Contemporary Variation)
Historical Usage
The name Rhylee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern, trendy variation of the more traditional name Riley.
Variants & Derivatives
Riley, Rylee, Rylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Rhylee is perceived as a modern and unique name, appealing to parents looking for contemporary and creative choices. It has become popular in recent years and is often associated with a sense of individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rhylee"
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 "Rhylee"
"Rhylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8895th of 24088 | 106 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6584th of 23106 | 151 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3142nd of 35406 | 794 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1630th of 30306 | 1,611 |
Regional Popularity of "Rhylee" 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 "Rhylee" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.03% 3163rd/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
37.62% 2751st/7313 |
55.65% 4153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.73% 1583rd/3984 |
48.94% 2196th/4487 |
19.45% 1327th/6822 |
37.35% 2344th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rhylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rhylee" 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.