Rilee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rilee is an English name deriving from the Old English elements meaning 'rye meadow'. It has evolved from the name Riley and reflects a contemporary trend in naming. The name does not have biblical relevance and has gained popularity in recent decades, especially as a unisex option.
The name Rilee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rilee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rilee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15031st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4850th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7240th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6239th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1615th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2100th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rilee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rilee"
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Rilee is a modern variation of the name Riley, which is derived from the Old English elements 'ryge', meaning 'rye', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
rye meadow
Language Evolution
Riley, Rilee
Historical Usage
The name Riley gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex name, and the variant Rilee emerged in the 21st century as a trendy alternative.
Variants & Derivatives
Riley, Rylee, Ryleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Rilee is perceived as a modern, trendy name often associated with a youthful and vibrant personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rilee"
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 "Rilee"
"Rilee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15031st of 16616 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4850th of 24088 | 273 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7240th of 23106 | 131 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6239th of 27321 | 202 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1615th of 35406 | 2,007 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2100th of 30306 | 1,094 |
Regional Popularity of "Rilee" 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) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rilee" 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% 3685th/3685 |
- | - |
67.37% 4256th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.22% 1293rd/4582 |
47.58% 2457th/5164 |
24.56% 1796th/7313 |
24.21% 1807th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.63% 1778th/3984 |
59.97% 2691st/4487 |
32.20% 2197th/6822 |
53.98% 3388th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rilee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rilee" 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.