Ryleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ryleigh is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Riley, meaning valiant or courageous. It has evolved from traditional forms to its current spelling in contemporary usage. The name is seen as trendy and symbolizes individuality, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Ryleigh is most popular in South Carolina, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ryleigh has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ryleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5237th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5765th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4856th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 364th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 180th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ryleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ryleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Ryleigh is a modern variation of the name Riley, which has Irish origins meaning 'valiant' or 'courageous'. The name has evolved through various spellings and forms over time.
Meaning
valiant, courageous
Language Evolution
Riley, Rylee, Ryleigh
Historical Usage
Ryleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and modern spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Riley, Rylee, Ryleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ryleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ryleigh"
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 "Ryleigh"
"Ryleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5237th of 24088 | 245 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5765th of 23106 | 184 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4856th of 27321 | 288 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 364th of 35406 | 13,830 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 180th of 30306 | 20,124 |
Regional Popularity of "Ryleigh" 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 "Ryleigh" 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) |
65.54% 2415th/3685 |
- |
79.40% 4124th/5194 |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.27% 333rd/4582 |
7.63% 394th/5164 |
3.77% 276th/7313 |
9.17% 684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.22% 208th/3984 |
4.66% 209th/4487 |
1.82% 124th/6822 |
7.30% 458th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ryleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ryleigh" 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.